Tag Archives: wise men

The Gifts of the Wise Men: Gold, Frankincense, and Myrrh

“Then they opened their treasure chests and gave Him gifts of gold, frankincense, and myrrh.”—Matthew 2:11 The story of the wise men is familiar to us, especially at Christmas. We picture exotic travelers, following a star across deserts, finally arriving … Continue reading

Posted in Bible, God, Jesus, Worship | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , | Leave a comment

Why People All Over the Earth Celebrate the Birth of Jesus

Every year, across continents and cultures, billions of people pause to celebrate the birth of Jesus. From candlelit cathedrals to simple homes, from grand concerts to quiet family gatherings, Christmas is marked in ways both joyful and reverent. But why … Continue reading

Posted in Bible, God, Jesus, Worship | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , | Leave a comment

Joseph’s Prayer

by Max Lucado, from On This Holy Night Joseph… did what the Lord’s angel had told him to do. — Matthew 1:24 The white space between Bible verses is fertile soil for questions. One can hardly read Scripture without whispering, “I … Continue reading

Posted in God, Jesus, Worship | Tagged , , , , , | Leave a comment