The Nativity and Crucifixion of Jesus are Symbolized by the Ark of the Testimony

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Did you know that the creation of the Ark of the Testimony by the wise men called by God in the Book of Exodus foreshadowed the wise men who were led by God to the new born Jesus? They brought gold (Ex 31:4), frankincense (Ex 30:34), and myrrh (Ex 30:23).

Exodus 30:22-31:11 / Matthew 02:01-12

Note that Jesus and the Ark of the Testimony were both placed on two wooden poles between two men.

Exodus 37:4 / Matthew 27:38, Mark 15:27, Luke 23:32-33, John 19:18

Professor J. Clontz – Aidan University

Did you Know that the Birth of Jesus Fulfilled a 1000 Year Old Prophecy?

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Both Jesus and Moses were hidden by their parents from tyrannical rulers who had issued a decree to kill all of the male infant children in the area where they were born? Both of them were escorted into Egypt by a relative - a woman who was a young virgin named "Mary." Thus, the flight into Egypt by Jesus, fulfilled part of the prophecy in Deuteronomy 18:15 "The LORD your God will raise up a prophet like me for you from among your relatives. You must listen to him."

See Matthew 1:18-2:18 and Exodus 1:8-2:8 (Note: the English name "Mary" is derived from "Miriam," the Hebrew name of Moses' sister).

Professor J. Clontz – Aidan University

Did you know that Rebekah foreshadows Mary? Their sons were both known as “Good Shepherds.”

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The mother of the “Good Shepherd” would be visited by men who were led to her location by a heavenly guide. The men would travel through Mesopotamia bringing gifts including gold. When the men finished their search they would find his mother staying in a shelter where animals also stayed. The men would worship the Lord immediately after entering the place where the mother of the “Good Shepherd” was staying. At the time that the gifts were presented - his mother would be a virgin who was engaged. Genesis 24:10, 16, 23, 26, 51, 53

Professor J. Clontz – Aidan University

The Birth of the Lamb of God

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Of all the people that God could have invited to share in the joyful celebration of His Son's birth - have you ever wondered why God chose the shepherds in the field? He knew that shepherds would be excited to see the new born Lamb of God!

Professor J. Clontz - Aidan University

The Christ Prophecy

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In approximately 500 BC, the angel Gabriel went to the prophet Daniel to give him understanding concerning a prophetic vision for the coming of the Christ. When the time for the prophecy was completed five hundred years later, the angel Gabriel was sent from God to Mary. At great personal to risk to herself, Mary agreed to become the mother of Jesus. Since Mary was unmarried, she would possibly be charged with adultery and face execution. Many people have believed in Jesus after He was raised from the dead. Mary believed in Him before He was conceived!

Dr. J. Clontz, Editor - The Comprehensive New Testament

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Did you know that the description of the Nativity Scene originated with Mary?  

Professor J. Clontz - Aidan University

Jesus Makes a Poem

An Aramaic rendering of Matthew 5:15 reveals a poem by Jesus:

They don’t light a lamp [shraga]

and place it under a bushel [satha],

but rather, upon a lamp-stand [manartha],

and it shines [manhar]

for all those who are in the house.

J. Clontz – Editor of the Comprehensive New Testament

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