Gifts For Jesus

Message Title: Gifts For Jesus
Main Scripture: Matthew 2:1–12
Pre-Recorded Live: December 15, 2024 — Deming, New Mexico

Description:
In this powerful Christmas-season message, “Gifts For Jesus,” we look beyond the traditions, decorations, and gift-giving to rediscover the true meaning of Christmas: God giving His only Son to us. Drawing from Matthew 2:1–12, this teaching examines the gifts of the wise men—gold, frankincense, and myrrh—and the worship, gratitude, and devotion they expressed toward the newborn King.

While we celebrate with family, exchange presents, and enjoy the festivities, God calls each of us to consider a much deeper question:
What gifts are we bringing to Jesus?
Are our lives filled with gratitude? Worship? Sacrifice? Obedience? A willingness to share the good news like the shepherds did?

In this message we explore:
• Why a thankful heart makes it easier to give Jesus meaningful gifts
• Why worship is not just a song, but a lifestyle
• How telling others about Jesus is itself a gift we give back to Him
• Why genuine gifts cost something—not financially, but personally and spiritually
• What it means to offer our lives as a living sacrifice (Romans 12:1–2)
• Why following Jesus requires daily self-denial, surrender, and counting the cost (Luke 9:23–26; Luke 14:25–33)
• How becoming more like Christ—speech, actions, attitudes—is the truest expression of a Christian life
• Why Christmas should not be a once-a-year celebration, but a daily lifestyle of worship and devotion

This teaching invites every believer to step into the Christmas story personally—to worship Jesus wholeheartedly, to share the good news with others, and to offer Him gifts that truly reflect His worth in our lives.

If you haven’t been giving Jesus the gifts He deserves—your obedience, your worship, your surrender, your life—today is the day to begin. Let this message help you honor the King with gifts that are worthy of Him.