The Messianic prophecies when compared with the historical events that occurred have impact in several ways. They validate the Messiah; affirm God’s integrity; encourage hope; reveal Yahweh’s eternal plan; and unite the Old and New Testaments.
Genesis 3:15 A brief introduction to the rest of the Bible and history Seed of the woman – Matthew 1:16 Joseph, the husband [father] of Mary
Matthew 1:17 42 generations but not if it ends with Joseph, Mary’s husband
Luke 3:23 Eli is the father of Joseph – Matthew1:16 Jacob is the father of Joseph.
Luke 3:31 Nathan, son David – Matthew 1:6 Solomon, son of David
Matthew 1:19-24; Isaiah 7:14
Isaiah 7:1-16 There was a child born in the time of Ahaz who was called “Immanuel”. This is dual prophecy as it also relates to Jesus.
Revelation 3:12 states Jesus will have a new name; perhaps then he will be called “Immanuel”.
Luke 1:26-38 Throne of David
REV Luke 1:34 And Mary said to the angel, “How will this be, seeing I do not know a man sexually?”
KJV Luke 1:34 Then said Mary unto the angel, How shall this be, seeing I know not a man?
2 Samuel 7:12-13; Isaiah 11:1-2
Isaiah 9:1-7 Dual prophecy regarding Hezekiah and Jesus
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