1: This
genealogy (Vs 1-17) was written to prove that Jesus was a
Descendant of
Abraham (Gen 12:3,22:18). And also a
Descendant of David (2Sam 7:12,
Psa 89:3-4, 132:11). If Jesus were not a descendant of
BOTH Abraham and
David, He could not have been the Messiah. Therefore Matthew is
revealing how Jesus was indeed in the lineage of BOTH Abraham and David
by providing the lineage.
Gen 12:3 And I will bless them that bless thee, and curse him
that curseth thee: and in thee shall all families of the earth be
blessed.
Gen 22:18 And in thy seed shall all the nations of the earth
be blessed; because thou hast obeyed my voice.
2Sa 7:12 And when thy days be fulfilled, and thou shalt sleep
with thy fathers, I will set up thy seed after thee, which shall
proceed out of thy bowels, and I will establish his kingdom.
Psa 89:3-4 I have made a covenant with my chosen, I have
sworn unto David my servant, 4 Thy seed will I establish for
ever, and build up thy throne to all generations. Selah.
Psa 132:11 The LORD hath sworn in truth unto David; he will
not turn from it; Of the fruit of thy body will I set upon thy
throne.