Nativity: The Decree
Nativity: The Decree  
Podcast: Stories of the Messiah with Rabbi Schneider
Published On: Sat Aug 08 2026
Description: Welcome to the Christmas series! Caesar’s decree for a nationwide census couldn’t come at a worse time for Mary and Joseph. But perhaps this journey to Bethlehem is exactly what God planned all along.  Sign up for special devotionals at ⁠StoriesoftheMessiah.com⁠. As we dive deeply into iconic Bible heroes' enthralling narratives, we find more than just stories of faith and miracles. We discover a recurrent theme, a spiritual undertone that connects each tale to the grandeur of the Gospel. They're not just standalone legends; they're threads in a divine tapestry, weaving a story that foreshadows Jesus Christ, the ultimate hero, the promised Messiah who brings light to the darkest corners of history. For more Bible stories download the ⁠Pray.com⁠ app.  To learn more about Rabbi Schneider visit ⁠https://discoveringthejewishjesus.com/⁠  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices