God’s Choice to Father His Son | Sermon Only | Bishop Keith W. Reed Sr.

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Scripture References Matthew 1:18–25 (NIV) Luke 2:21–23 (NIV) On this Father's Day message, Bishop Keith W. Reed Sr. explores why God chose Joseph to serve as the earthly father of Jesus Christ. Though Joseph was not perfect, God entrusted His perfect Son to a man whose character reflected righteousness, integrity, responsibility, and faithfulness. The message highlights five defining qualities found in Joseph's life: Employment – Joseph was a hardworking carpenter who embraced responsibility and provided for his family through honest labor. Engagement – Joseph honored God's design for relationships and properly committed himself to Mary. Embarrassment – When faced with Mary's unexpected pregnancy, Joseph experienced confusion and heartbreak but responded with compassion rather than vengeance. Encouragement – God met Joseph in his moment of uncertainty through divine revelation, assuring him of God's plan and purpose. Enlightenment/Enjoyment – Joseph received divine guidance throughout Jesus' upbringing and was privileged to participate in God's redemptive plan. The sermon challenges fathers, grandfathers, uncles, mentors, and all men to develop the kind of character God can trust. God looks beyond imperfections and examines the heart, integrity, and faithfulness of those He chooses to use for His purposes. Joseph's life reminds us that God entrusts great responsibilities to people whose lives demonstrate righteousness and obedience. Key Verses Matthew 1:18–25 Luke 2:21–23 Genesis 2:15 Romans 3:23 1 Peter 1:18–19 Matthew 1:21 Key Takeaways God values character more than status. Responsible stewardship precedes greater trust. Righteous men respond differently in difficult situations. God provides encouragement during seasons of confusion. Fathers are called to model faith, integrity, and obedience. God can use imperfect people to fulfill perfect purposes. Invitation to Give Support the ministry of Sharon Baptist Church of Philadelphia: Online: https://thesbc.org/giving ("More Than Enough") Text-to-Give: Text GIVE to 610-379-3818 Mail: Sharon Baptist Church Business Office 3955 Conshohocken Avenue Philadelphia, PA 19131 Share This Message If this message blessed you, please: ✅ Like ✅ Share ✅ Subscribe ✅ Comment and tell us how this sermon encouraged you Help us spread the Gospel by sharing this message with fathers, families, and friends. #GodsChoiceToFatherHisSon #FathersDaySermon #BishopKeithReedSr #SharonBaptistChurch #FaithfulFatherhood #ChristianMen #BiblicalFatherhood #JosephTheCarpenter #GodlyCharacter #TrustGod #Matthew1 #JesusChrist #FatherhoodMatters #KingdomMen #TheSBCPhilly

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• Parenting