Men idet han tænkte derpå, se, da viste en Herrens Engel sig for ham i en drøm og sagde: "Josef, Davids Søn! frygt ikke for at tage din Hustru Maria til dig; thi det, som er avlet i hende, er af den Helligånd.
What Does This Mean?
In Matthew 1:20, the angel of the Lord appears to Joseph in a dream and tells him not to fear taking Mary as his wife because her pregnancy is from the Holy Spirit.
Explained for Children
Imagine you're worried about something important. Then, suddenly, an angel visits you in your dreams and gives you good news that makes everything okay again. That's what happened to Joseph!
Historical Background
Matthew wrote this Gospel likely around AD 80-90 for a Jewish-Christian audience. The cultural setting involves understanding the expectations of marriage and divine intervention.
Living It Out Today
If you're facing a difficult decision about starting or continuing a relationship, remember that God's guidance can come in unexpected ways, like dreams, to give you peace and direction.
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