[malakhi]

Paul says

Concerning his Son Jesus Christ our Lord, which was made of the seed of David according to the flesh (Romans 1:3)

How was Jesus "made of the seed of David" if the Holy Spirit, rather than Joseph, was his father?

[SoothingDave]

What, not even a "hi, how was your weekend?" ;-0

How was Jesus "made of the seed of David" if the Holy Spirit, rather than Joseph, was his father?

Two possible answers:

Through Mary

It's a mystery.

SD

[Quester]

Mary, ... likely also a descendent of David, ... was His mother.

[Invincibly Ignorant]

How was Jesus "made of the seed of David" if the Holy Spirit, rather than Joseph, was his father?

I believe both lineages in the NT (Matthew,Luke) come from David. One from Stepfather Joseph and the other from Mary. Remember, your rules, Jewishness comes from the woman.