Luke 3:23 “Now Jesus Himself began His ministry at about thirty years of age, being (as was supposed) the son of Joseph, the son of Heli,”
Jesus started ministering in earnest around the time of His baptism. And, now Luke gives us the genealogy through His earthly father. Of course, he was not born of Joseph, but as this was what was supposed, legally, He was the eldest descendant, and heir to all privileges appertaining to Joseph.
Heavenly Father, little do we understand Your plan sometimes. But, we know we can always trust Your ways. You are merciful and loving to us. You give us the means to serve You. We praise You for that! In the Name of the Lord Jesus Christ I pray and praise You, Amen.