Ever skipped the "begats" in the Bible? You might want to slow down! The very first verse of the New Testament isn't just a dry record; it’s a legal brief proving that Jesus is exactly who He said He was. "The book of the genealogy of Jesus Christ, the son of David, the son of Abraham." — Matthew 1:1 Breaking Down the Verse 📖 Matthew starts his Gospel by linking Jesus to two of the most important figures in Jewish history. This isn't just about family trees; it’s about cove