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The Gift of Eternal Life Berean Bible Study Course

Part I--The Character Of Jesus Christ Our Lord

A. Lesson 1--Jesus Is The Son Of The Almighty God

1. READ: MATTHEW 1:18-25

c. Why was Joseph told to name Mary's son "Jesus"?

Answer: Joseph was told to name Mary's son "Jesus" because He (Jesus) will save His people from their sins, (verse 21).

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"Jesus" means "Savior." The literal meaning of "Jesus" is "Jehovah is salvation" or "Jehovah is the Savior." "Jesus" is the Greek form of "Joshua," which means "the Lord saves."