Promises of a Messiah
Where in Scripture is the first promise of a coming Messiah found?
What is Genesis 3?
Jesus is repeatedly called the “Son of” this Old Testament king.
Who is David?
This prophet described the Messiah as “Mighty God” and “Prince of Peace.”
Who is Isaiah?
Mary and Joseph traveled to Bethlehem because of a decree issued by this ruler.
Who is Caesar Augustus?
The name “Immanuel” means this.
What is God with us?
God promised that through the offspring of this man, all nations would be blessed.
Who is Abraham?
God promised David that his throne would last for this length of time.
What is forever?
Which prophet foretold that the Messiah would be born of a virgin?
Who is Isaiah?
Joseph went to Bethlehem because he belonged to this house.
What is the house of David?
Jesus’ name means “The Lord” does this.
What is saves?
God narrowed the Messianic promise to this son of Abraham, not the firstborn.
Who is Isaac?
Which genealogy establishes Jesus’ legal right to rule, and what throne is it?
What is Matthew’s genealogy and the throne of David?
This prophet specifically foretold the town in which the Messiah would be born.
Who is Micah?
Mary wrapped Jesus in these before laying Him in the manger.
What are swaddling cloths?
Paul says Jesus took on this form when He came into the world.
What is a servant?
Jacob prophesied that kingship would come from this tribe.
Who is Judah?
This prophet foretold a righteous “Branch” who would reign wisely as king.
Who is Jeremiah?
This prophet described the coming Messiah as a shepherd who would rule God’s people.
Who is Ezekiel?
The shepherds were given this sign to identify the Messiah.
What is a baby wrapped in cloths and lying in a manger?
Jesus was laid in a manger because there was no room in this place.
What is the inn?
This Old Testament promised son was born through God’s intervention and became part of the lineage through which the Messiah would come.
Who is Isaac?
Luke traces Jesus’ biological lineage through this lesser-known son of David.
Who is Nathan?
This prophet foretold a messenger who would prepare the way for the Lord.
Who is Malachi?
These two elderly individuals testified to Jesus’ identity when He was presented at the temple.
Who are Simeon and Anna?
The angel told Mary that Jesus would be conceived by this Person.
Who is the Holy Spirit?