Message Notes

THE STORY OF THE WISE MEN IN THE GOSPEL OF MATTHEW

1. Recorded as a Rebuke to ancient Israel

a) They had the Scriptures but did not heed

b) They had the truth but they did not believe

c) They had the knowledge but did not act on it

2. Recorded as an Inspiration to readers of the Gospel

a) They are to be admired

i) For their love for knowledge

ii) For their example of people who searched for truth

iii) For their sincerity

iv) For their perseverance

v) For their faith

b) They are to be emulated

i) In their following the Star

ii) In their worship of Baby Jesus

iii) Their spirit of meaningful giving of gold, frankincense and myrrh

iv) In their joy of discovery of salvation v) In their obedience to the Lord’s word

CELEBRATING CHRISTMAS WITH GREATER MEANING EACH YEAR

1. Greater Knowledge

2. Deeper Faith