 and what's going on with them and the birth that they're going to experience. So those are the two reasons why you see all those genealogies. And there's other things, again, that will come out of them. Now, we're often tempted to compromise with this world in which we live, to live for here and for now, rather than focusing on living for the Lord and living for eternity. And before we get started, let's ask God's blessing upon His Word. Father, we thank You for Your goodness. Thank You for each person that will listen this morning. We do pray You'll bless them for it.