This series explores Jesus’ preparation for ministry from His journey to Egypt as a child refugee to the wilderness before His ministry began. Looking at Jesus’ preparation for ministry reveals ways in which God prepares us in our own lives. Just as there were ways that Jesus had to get ready for His work, so, too, there hidden aspects of our lives that are incredibly significant for who we become and what we do.

This seven-week series is the second part of our journey through the Gospel of Matthew.