Scott Palmer - SEEKERS AT CHRISTMAS-The Characters of Christmas- Part 3
SEEKERS AT CHRISTMAS
The Characters of Christmas- Part 3
December 15, 2024
Matthew 2:1-12
TWO TYPES OF SEEKERS…
1. KING HEROD: ________________________
““Where is he who has been born king of the Jews? For we saw His star at its rising and have come to worship Him.” When King Herod heard this, he was deeply disturbed, and all Jerusalem with him.” Matthew 2:2-3 (CSB)
A Heart Analysis …
- Where am I tempted to ____________________?
“But speaking the truth in love, let us grow in every way into him who is the head—Christ.” Ephesians 4:15 (CSB)
- Where am I tempted to ____________________?
“So now I am giving you a new commandment: Love each other. Just as I have loved you, you should love each other. Your love for one another will prove to the world that you are my disciples.” John 13:34-35 (NLT)
2. THE WISE MEN: _______________________
“After hearing the king, they went on their way. And there it was—the star they had seen at its rising. It led them until it came and stopped above the place where the child was.” Matthew 2:9 (CSB)
“Entering the house, they saw the child with Mary His mother, and falling to their knees, they worshiped Him. Then they opened their treasures and presented Him with gifts: gold, frankincense, and myrrh.” Matthew 2:11 (CSB)
A Seeking Heart
- Is a __________________________ HEART.
“Therefore, brothers and sisters, in view of the mercies of God, I urge you to present your bodies as a living sacrifice, holy and pleasing to God; this is your true worship.” Romans 12:1 (CSB)
- Is a __________________________ HEART.
“When someone becomes a Christian, he becomes a brand new person inside. He is not the same anymore. A new life has begun!” II Corinthians 5:17 (LB)