1. Born of a Virgin

Long before Jesus was born, the prophet foretold, “Therefore the Lord Himself will give you a sign: Behold, the virgin will conceive and give birth to a son” (Isaiah 7:14). Centuries later, this astonishing event was fulfilled: “‘They will call Him Immanuel’ (which means, ‘God with us’)” (Matthew 1:23). This remarkable birth stands as a reminder of the supernatural foundation of His life and ministry.

2. Born in Bethlehem

Even the small town of Bethlehem was singled out: “But you, Bethlehem Ephrathah… out of you will come forth for Me one to be ruler over Israel” (Micah 5:2). This prophecy seemed almost impossible, yet Christ’s parents traveled, and “while they were there, the time came for her Child to be born” (Luke 2:6). Nothing could stop God’s plan.

3. Called Out of Egypt

After Jesus was born, His family fled to Egypt for safety—fulfilling the words, “Out of Egypt I called My Son” (Hosea 11:1). Later, when it was safe, they returned. Matthew’s Gospel confirms, “So was fulfilled what the Lord had spoken…” (Matthew 2:15). Even earthly threats couldn’t derail the mission of the Messiah.

4. The Triumphal Entry

Hundreds of years earlier, the prophet proclaimed, “See, your King comes to you… gentle and riding on a donkey” (Zechariah 9:9). When Jesus rode into Jerusalem on a donkey, it was both a royal and humble entrance. Residents of the city rejoiced, shouting, “Hosanna to the Son of David!” (Matthew 21:9).

5. Betrayed for Thirty Pieces of Silver

It was foretold long ago: “They weighed out my wages—thirty pieces of silver” (Zechariah 11:12). Shockingly, this exact sum was what Judas Iscariot accepted to betray Jesus. Matthew notes how this price was later used to buy the potter’s field, precisely fulfilling ancient words (Matthew 27:9–10).

6. Despised and Rejected

The prophet wrote, “He was despised and rejected by men” (Isaiah 53:3). During His ministry, many turned away from Jesus—religious leaders and the mob crying for His crucifixion. Yet even in rejection, He brought hope, showing compassion to those who spurned Him.

7. Pierced Hands and Feet

The psalmist wrote, “They pierced My hands and My feet” (Psalm 22:16). On the cross, this was vividly fulfilled. The New Testament accounts record how Roman soldiers nailed Him to that wooden beam. The striking specificity shows how each word of Scripture aligns.

8. No Bones Broken

In describing the righteous sufferer, the psalmist testified, “He protects all his bones; not one of them will be broken” (Psalm 34:20). Crucifixion often involved breaking the victim’s legs, but when soldiers checked, “they did not break His legs” (John 19:33). Even small details show the Bible’s harmony.

9. Buried in a Rich Man’s Tomb

Isaiah revealed He would be “assigned a grave with the wicked, and with a rich man in His death” (Isaiah 53:9). Joseph of Arimathea, a wealthy man, placed Jesus in “his own new tomb” (Matthew 27:60). The unexpected generosity of this act fulfilled a plan centuries in the making.

10. Resurrected from the Dead

The psalmist proclaimed, “You will not abandon my soul to Sheol, nor let Your Holy One see decay” (Psalm 16:10). After Jesus died, His tomb was soon found empty. “He is not here; He has risen,” reported an angel to the astonished women (Matthew 28:6). This victory over the grave stands at the heart of His message and the hope that endures every generation.