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Joseph is blessed...

Matthew 1:24 & 25
"24 Then Joseph being raised from sleep did as the angel of the Lord had bidden him, and took unto him his wife:
25 And knew her not till she had brought forth her firstborn son: and he called his name JESUS."

Joseph was a great man. He was faithful to GOD, a good husband to Mary and the best Dad to Jesus. The challenges he faced were GREAT. He will have stand up for his wife in front of disbelieving family and friends. He will have to protect the Son of God from the bloodthirsty Harrod. And, many challenges we can only imagine. 

Joseph is blessed; every step of the way he has "GOD with HIM." Jesus Christ is GOD Incarnate!
While He was GOD in utero His "step" father was visited by The Angel of the LORD in a dream. Joseph was assured of the origin of this Son and his new born Son is the fulfillment of many prophecies! And, will SAVE the WORLD from it's sins!!

Joseph was a humble man from a modest family. A man who worked with his hands, labored and provided for his family. He is an inspiration to us all. His loyalty and dedication is admirable. Also his example of growing closer to GOD in times of difficulty. When we are in similar situations we can be like Joseph; wait and pray, don't make rash decisions. Make faithful decisions. We can ask; "what would Jesus do?" Turn to the Holy Scriptures and our faithful family and friends. 

The good parts of these daily devotionals are inspired by the sermon at Holy Ghost Lutheran Church in Fredericksburg Texas. You can watch it by following this link... https://youtu.be/px9cXJSwIKE
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