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Matthew 1:16-18 The Birth of Jesus and the Visit of the Magi

16 and Jacob the father of Joseph, the husband of Mary, of whom was born Jesus, who is called Christ.

17 Thus there were fourteen generations in all from Abraham to David, fourteen from David to the exile to Babylon, and fourteen from the exile to the Christ.

18 The Birth of Jesus Christ
This is how the birth of Jesus Christ came about: His mother Mary was pledged to be married to Joseph, but before they came together, she was found to be with child through the Holy Spirit.

Cross References for Matthew 1:16-18

Luke 1:31-35 - You will be with child and give birth to a son, and you are to give him the name Jesus. Click to read the verse Luke 1:31-35 Click to read the verse Luke 1:31-35

Romans 1:3 - regarding his Son, who as to his human nature was a descendant of David, Click to read the verse Romans 1:3 Click to read the verse Romans 1:3

John 1:14 - The Word became flesh and made his dwelling among us. We have seen his glory, the glory of the ... Click to read the verse John 1:14 Click to read the verse John 1:14

Luke 1:27 - to a virgin pledged to be married to a man named Joseph, a descendant of David. The virgin’s na... Click to read the verse Luke 1:27 Click to read the verse Luke 1:27

Matthew 2:13 - The Escape to Egypt When they had gone, an angel of the Lord appeared to Joseph in a dream. “Ge... Click to read the verse Matthew 2:13 Click to read the verse Matthew 2:13

Luke 3:23 - Now Jesus himself was about thirty years old when he began his ministry. He was the son, so it ... Click to read the verse Luke 3:23 Click to read the verse Luke 3:23

Luke 2:7 - and she gave birth to her firstborn, a son. She wrapped him in cloths and placed him in a mange... Click to read the verse Luke 2:7 Click to read the verse Luke 2:7

John 4:25 - The woman said, “I know that Messiah” (called Christ) “is coming. When he comes, he will explai... Click to read the verse John 4:25 Click to read the verse John 4:25

Luke 2:10-11 - But the angel said to them, “Do not be afraid. I bring you good news of great joy that will be ... Click to read the verse Luke 2:10-11 Click to read the verse Luke 2:10-11

Matthew 27:22 - “What shall I do, then, with Jesus who is called Christ?” Pilate asked. They all answered, “Cru... Click to read the verse Matthew 27:22 Click to read the verse Matthew 27:22

Luke 2:11 - Today in the town of David a Savior has been born to you; he is Christ the Lord. Click to read the verse Luke 2:11 Click to read the verse Luke 2:11

Luke 4:22 - All spoke well of him and were amazed at the gracious words that came from his lips. “Isn’t thi... Click to read the verse Luke 4:22 Click to read the verse Luke 4:22

Mark 6:3 - Isn’t this the carpenter? Isn’t this Mary’s son and the brother of James, Joseph, Judas and Sim... Click to read the verse Mark 6:3 Click to read the verse Mark 6:3

Matthew 27:17 - So when the crowd had gathered, Pilate asked them, “Which one do you want me to release to you:... Click to read the verse Matthew 27:17 Click to read the verse Matthew 27:17

Luke 2:4-5 - So Joseph also went up from the town of Nazareth in Galilee to Judea, to Bethlehem the town of ... Click to read the verse Luke 2:4-5 Click to read the verse Luke 2:4-5

Matthew 1:18-25 - The Birth of Jesus Christ This is how the birth of Jesus Christ came about: His mother Mary was... Click to read the verse Matthew 1:18-25 Click to read the verse Matthew 1:18-25

Luke 2:48 - When his parents saw him, they were astonished. His mother said to him, “Son, why have you trea... Click to read the verse Luke 2:48 Click to read the verse Luke 2:48