12/17/2023: Ep 29.2: "Hidden Gift"

In Matthew 2:1-12 we see the gifts the Wise Men brought to Jesus – gold, frankincense, and myrrh – symbolizing his royalty, priestly role, and sacrificial death. The three gifts points to who Jesus is, with gold representing Jesus' divine nature and grace, frankincense highlighting his sympathetic and perpetual priesthood, and myrrh foretelling his sorrows and triumphant salvation. In the end, what is the hidden gift of Christmas? We are. Giving oneself to God mirrors God’s gift of Christ, embodying the hidden and transformative power of the Advent season.In what ways can the Wise Men's gifts guide your approach to gift-giving during the Christmas season, emphasizing not only material offerings but also the deeper meaning behind the gifts we present to others?Reflect on the idea that the true gift of Christmas is giving oneself to God, mirroring His gift of Christ. How can you practically and intentionally give yourself to God this Christmas season?How does the understanding that you are the hidden gift of Christmas impact your perception of your worth and significance in God's plan, and how can you share Christ within you with others? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.