11. Of the Holy Spirit
All Christians believe that Mary became pregnant via a unique miracle from the Holy Spirit. “Joseph, son of David, don't be afraid to take to yourself Mary, your wife, for that which is conceived in her is of the Holy Spirit.” (Matthew 1:20b)
12. Jesus Savior
All Christians agree that the meaning of the name Jesus has to do with His main mission, salvation. “You shall call his name Jesus, for it is he who shall save his people from their sins." (Matthew 1:21b)
13. God with Us
All Christians believe that Jesus was God with us. “They shall call his name Immanuel; which is, being interpreted, ‘God with us.’ " (Matthew 1:23b)
14. Bethlehem Born
All Christians believe that Jesus was born in Bethlehem during a census. “All went to enroll themselves, everyone to his own city. Joseph also went up from Galilee, out of the city of Nazareth, into Judea, to the city of David, which is called Bethlehem” (Luke 2:3-4a)
15. Humble Birth
All Christians believe that the manner of Jesus’ birth to Mary was very humble. “She brought forth her firstborn son, and she wrapped him in bands of cloth, and laid him in a feeding trough, because there was no room for them in the inn.” (Luke 2:7)
16. Heavenly Host
All Christians believe that a heavenly host of angels set us all a good example by celebrating Jesus’ birth, saying, “Glory to God in the highest, on earth peace, good will toward men." (Luke 2:14)
17. Shepherds Praised God
All Christians believe that shepherds set us an example by spreading the news of Jesus’ birth and rejoicing. “The shepherds returned, glorifying and praising God for all the things that they had heard and seen, just as it was told them.” (Luke 2:20)
19. Descendant of David
All Christians believe that Jesus was a “son of David.” (Matthew 1:1b; Luke 3:31b)
20. Poor Parents
All Christians believe that Jesus’ earthly family was not rich, as proven by the fact that they gave the offering of a poor family. “A pair of turtledoves, or two young pigeons.” (Luke 2:24)
