Title: Last-Minute Gifts for Jesus
Author: Mike Stone
Text: Matthew 2:1-12
This past Friday, I had need to go to Waycross to run a few errands for my bride. All I will say is, if Friday's crowd was any indication, I'm glad I didn't have to go anywhere near Chick-Fil-A, Hobby Lobby, or Wal-Mart on Saturday.
It's all because of those last-minute gifts.
The recent header on Amazon.com was, "Hurry! Shop Last-Minute Holiday Gift Cards." Don't ask me how I know.
I recently saw a headline in the New York Times that promised 34 ideas for "GREAT last-minute Christmas gifts." To be clear, I only saw that because I was searching for an illustration for this sermon. I have not historically subscribed to the Times. And after seeing their GREAT recommendations for candles, cookie cutters, and eco-friendly light bulbs, I don't plan to subscribe any time soon.
But today, I want to give you a few last-minute gift ideas. And you don't have to fight the crowds. You don't need to download any digital gift cards
I do want to be up-front. This is no bait-and-switch sales pitch. These gifts may not cost you very much. But they will cost you everything.
Because in Matthew 2, the magi from the east give us a few ideas about some gifts for the Lord Jesus. And I'm not primarily talking about the gold, frankincense, or myrrh. I'm speaking of how they sought after Him, gave Him what He deserved, and walked away changed by the encounter.
For you see, the greatest gift you could give Jesus is a life that says, "I will prioritize You. I will bring You the worship You deserve. And I'll live my life, transformed by our relationship."
1. Looking for Him
Maybe you heard about the telemarketer that called the house one day. She was greeted by the hushed voice of little boy. She asked to speak with his mother. He whispered that she couldn't come. She's talking to the police officer.
"Can I talk to the policeman?" The boy replied, "No, he's with the fireman."
"Can I ...
Author: Mike Stone
Text: Matthew 2:1-12
This past Friday, I had need to go to Waycross to run a few errands for my bride. All I will say is, if Friday's crowd was any indication, I'm glad I didn't have to go anywhere near Chick-Fil-A, Hobby Lobby, or Wal-Mart on Saturday.
It's all because of those last-minute gifts.
The recent header on Amazon.com was, "Hurry! Shop Last-Minute Holiday Gift Cards." Don't ask me how I know.
I recently saw a headline in the New York Times that promised 34 ideas for "GREAT last-minute Christmas gifts." To be clear, I only saw that because I was searching for an illustration for this sermon. I have not historically subscribed to the Times. And after seeing their GREAT recommendations for candles, cookie cutters, and eco-friendly light bulbs, I don't plan to subscribe any time soon.
But today, I want to give you a few last-minute gift ideas. And you don't have to fight the crowds. You don't need to download any digital gift cards
I do want to be up-front. This is no bait-and-switch sales pitch. These gifts may not cost you very much. But they will cost you everything.
Because in Matthew 2, the magi from the east give us a few ideas about some gifts for the Lord Jesus. And I'm not primarily talking about the gold, frankincense, or myrrh. I'm speaking of how they sought after Him, gave Him what He deserved, and walked away changed by the encounter.
For you see, the greatest gift you could give Jesus is a life that says, "I will prioritize You. I will bring You the worship You deserve. And I'll live my life, transformed by our relationship."
1. Looking for Him
Maybe you heard about the telemarketer that called the house one day. She was greeted by the hushed voice of little boy. She asked to speak with his mother. He whispered that she couldn't come. She's talking to the police officer.
"Can I talk to the policeman?" The boy replied, "No, he's with the fireman."
"Can I ...
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