A Christmas Surprise For a Regular Joe

1. Joseph would be surprised and disappointed at how many today still don't believe in the supernatural truth of Christmas. (v. 18)

2. Joseph was surprised that his planned marriage was to be transformed by a grand miracle. (v. 18)

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The miraculous was experienced by a chosen human. (v. 18)

--The miraculous was enhanced by the virgin conception. (v. 18)

3. We shouldn't be surprised that God chose to use Joseph. Though a "regular Joe," he had righteous character. (v. 19)

--His character demonstrated purity.
(vv. 24-25)

--His character demonstrated compassion. (v. 19)

--His character demonstrated patience. (vv. 20-23)

4. Joseph was surprised that the birth of a baby would be the first step toward the new birth of anybody. (vv. 21-23)