Growing in Wisdom and Years: Jesus the Baby - Rev. Dr. Rodger Nishioka

In the four gospels of Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John, we have many stories about the public ministry of Jesus. We know of his teaching and preaching and miracles. We know of his last supper, washing his disciples’ feet, and his arrest, torture and crucifixion. We know of his resurrection from the dead and his encounters with his disciples and his ascension. But we know precious little about his life as a child and young person. In these Sundays following Christmas, we will explore three stories about Jesus the baby, the boy, and the adolescent.

Today, we hear about Jesus the baby: "When the eighth day came, it was time to circumcise the child, and he was called Jesus, the name given by the angel before he was conceived in the womb." Our scripture reading is Luke 2:21-40.