Promises (The Promise of Forgiveness)

Summary

This sermon focuses on the birth of Jesus as foretold in Matthew chapter 1, emphasizing the divine conception by the Holy Spirit and Joseph's faithful obedience. Key scripture includes Matthew 1:18-25 and Isaiah 7:14, highlighting Jesus's name meaning "Savior" and "God is with us." The practical takeaway is that Jesus's coming brings the promised forgiveness of sins and the personal presence of God in our lives.