Advent is centered on the coming of Christ and what his birth means for the salvation of the world. Additionally, Advent says much about Mary and her experience as the one chosen to bear the Son of God, and rightfully so. Scripture tells us that Joseph was a righteous man, and we know his presence gave genealogical verification to Jesus as the Christ, a descendent of David and Adam. Yet, the Gospels are clear that Jesus was widely known as Mary and Joseph’s son (Matthew 1:18-25; Mark 6:3; Luke 4:22; John 6:42). As a father, Joseph had the burden of teaching Jesus how to live with care and compassion for himself and his people.

Source: Ethiopian News December 14, 2021 20:04 UTC