Matthew 1:18-25 Message Notes: When have you felt like Christmas is complicated, stressful, fearful, and confusing? Why? What happened? Ponder this: Open to the angelic message? Stop your fear. Jesus came to save us! Step into faith-filled courage! Reflecting on the above statements, how do these words reorient your heart and soul right now? Read Matthew 1:18-25. What was Joseph’s condition of soul, emotions, and spirit? Why? How did the angel urge, affirm, and encourage Joseph? What was Joseph’s response? Explore Psalm 34:7, Luke 4:10, Matthew 2:13, Psalm 78:25, Matthew 4:11, and Psalm 91:11. These verses show us how the angels guard, guide, provide, and protect. How might such realities encourage you to stop being afraid and step into faith-filled courage? How do you need Jesus’ powerful RE-work in your life this season What will you do in order to respond like Joseph? Get Ready for Next Week: Read each day from Luke 2:1-20.