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Introduction. (Matthew 16:13-15) “who do men say that I… am?”

I. The Announcement of the Messiah.A. Bruise the serpent’s head (Gen. 3:14-15).

B. Bless all the nations (Genesis 22:16-18).

C. A prophet like Moses (Deuteronomy 18:15-19; Exodus 33:11).

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I. The Announcement of the Messiah.

D. Prophecies of Isaiah.

1. Born of a virgin (Isaiah 7:14).

2. Divine nature (Isaiah 9:6-7).

3. Suffering savior (Isaiah 53).

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I. The Announcement of the Messiah.E. Additional Prophecies.

1. Born in Bethlehem (Micah 5:2).

2. David’s Seed and Lord (I Chronicles 17:7-14; Psalm 110:1, 4; Zechariah 6:13).

3. The name “Messiah” (Daniel 9:24-27). Messiah transliterated from Hebrew meshiyacha = “Anointed One” Gr. christos i.e. “Christ.”

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II. Jesus of Nazareth. A. Fulfillments in the Life of Jesus.

Born of a virgin (Isaiah 7:14 Matthew 1:18-25).

Born in Bethlehem (Micah 5:2 Matthew 2:1).

Tribe of Judah (Genesis 49:10 Matthew 1:3).

David’s Seed (I Chronicles 17:7-14 Matthew 1:1).

Silent before accusers (Isaiah 53:7 Matthew 26:63).

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II. Jesus of Nazareth.

A. Fulfillments in the Life of Jesus.

Died with criminals: buried with the rich (Isaiah 53:9 Luke 23:32; Matthew 27:57-60).

Looked upon while Pierced (Zechariah 12:10 John 19:34-37).

Cast lots for clothing (Psalm 22:18 Matthew 27:35). (Ps. 22:14-18)

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Conclusion.

(Matthew 16:15-16)

“Who do you say that Jesus is?”