Matthew 1:19
"Because Joseph her husband was a righteous man and did not want to expose her to public disgrace, he had in mind to divo..." — Matthew 1:19 reveals truths about God's character and His purposes. This passage has been a source of comfort, guidance, and inspiration for believers across generations.
“Because Joseph her husband was a righteous man and did not want to expose her to public disgrace, he had in mind to divorce her quietly.”Matthew 1:19 (NIV)
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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.
But after he had considered this, an angel of the Lord appeared to him in a dream and said, “Joseph son of David, do not be afraid to take Mary home as your wife, because what is conceived in her is from the Holy Spirit.
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“The Word Became FleshIn the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God.”
— John 1:1
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Matthew 1:19 is found in the New Testament, in the book of Matthew. This verse comes from chapter 1, which can be read in full at the Matthew chapter 1 page. Understanding the surrounding passages helps illuminate the deeper meaning of this verse.
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“It has been said, ‘Anyone who divorces his wife must give her a certificate of divorce.’
Matthew 5:32But I tell you that anyone who divorces his wife, except for marital unfaithfulness, causes her to become an adulteress, and anyone who marries the divorced woman commits adultery.
1 Corinthians 7:11But if she does, she must remain unmarried or else be reconciled to her husband. And a husband must not divorce his wife.
1 Corinthians 7:12To the rest I say this (I, not the Lord): If any brother has a wife who is not a believer and she is willing to live with him, he must not divorce her.
1 Corinthians 7:13And if a woman has a husband who is not a believer and he is willing to live with her, she must not divorce him.
1 Corinthians 7:27Are you married? Do not seek a divorce. Are you unmarried? Do not look for a wife.
Deuteronomy 22:29he shall pay the girl’s father fifty shekels of silver. He must marry the girl, for he has violated her. He can never divorce her as long as he lives.
Deuteronomy 24:1If a man marries a woman who becomes displeasing to him because he finds something indecent about her, and he writes her a certificate of divorce, gives it to her and sends her from his house,
A short prayer
Heavenly Father, thank You for the truth revealed in Matthew 1:19. Open my heart to receive Your Word and transform my life. Help me apply this Scripture faithfully and share its hope with others. In Jesus' name, Amen.
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What does Matthew 1:19 mean?
"Because Joseph her husband was a righteous man and did not want to expose her to public disgrace, he had in mind to divo..." — Matthew 1:19 reveals truths about God's character and His purposes. This passage has been a source of comfort, guidance, and inspiration for believers across generations. The original biblical context enriches our understanding of how this verse applies today.
What is the context of Matthew 1:19?
Matthew 1:19 is found in the New Testament, in the book of Matthew. This verse comes from chapter 1, which can be read in full at the Matthew chapter 1 page. Understanding the surrounding passages helps illuminate the deeper meaning of this verse.
How does Matthew 1:19 read in other translations?
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