What does Matthew 1:9 mean?

Matthew 1:9 highlights themes such as faith and obedience when read in context.

How should I apply Matthew 1:9 today?

Read the surrounding passage, compare related cross references, and turn the verse into a short prayer and concrete action.

And Ozias begat Joatham; and Joatham begat Achaz; and Achaz begat Ezekias;

7And Solomon begat Roboam; and Roboam begat Abia; and Abia begat Asa;

8And Asa begat Josaphat; and Josaphat begat Joram; and Joram begat Ozias;

9And Ozias begat Joatham; and Joatham begat Achaz; and Achaz begat Ezekias;

10And Ezekias begat Manasses; and Manasses begat Amon; and Amon begat Josias;

11And Josias begat Jechonias and his brethren, about the time they were carried away to Babylon:

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