Story #1. Jesus will be despised because of the circumstances of his birth, although they actually point out that he is the promised Messiah – Isaiah 7:14.
Story #2. Jesus will attract Gentiles who will honor him as King.
Story #3. Jesus will show himself to be the faithful Son of God – Hosea 11:1
Story #4. Jesus will be opposed by the Judean authorities who will eventually kill him.
Story #5. Jesus will be despised because of his hometown, Nazareth, although the name actually points to him being the promised branch or Messiah – Isaiah 11:1.
