Matthew writes a sequel Matthew 2 13 23
For which he needs to invent some prophecy
For which he needs to invent some prophecy
Are the angels talking about certain people? Or all people?
Thank God Joseph recognized him.
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In the Gospel of Luke we encounter the Magnificat, Mary’s celebration song about her pregnancy. If anyone is expecting a lullaby, they better think again.
John is thinking about Jesus arriving as an adult, not a baby.