#530: The Overlooked Christmas Hero

He’s often overlooked, but he’s one of the most important characters in the Christmas story. Joseph, Jesus’ earthly father, is a wonderful example of healthy masculinity in several ways. First, Joseph did the right thing. When he first learned of Mary’s pregnancy, he planned to divorce her quietly, so he wouldn’t shame her. But after being visited by an angel, he chose to trust God and stay with Mary. Second, Joseph protected Jesus, taking him to Egypt to avoid King Herod’s wrath. And...