12/25/2023: Matthew 2:10-11 – Three important aspects of worship are joy, humility, and sacrifice.

 

Matthew 2:10-11 (NASB)

¹⁰ When they saw the star, they rejoiced exceedingly with great joy. ¹¹ And after they came into the house, they saw the Child with His mother Mary; and they fell down and worshiped Him. Then they opened their treasures and presented to Him gifts of gold, frankincense, and myrrh.

Thought for today – Three important aspects of worship are joy, humility, and sacrifice.

The wise men came to worship the King, and they give us an important pattern for our own worship of Christ.  This is not a detailed description of worship, but it is a snapshot, if you will, of what true worship looks like. Worship begins with joy at the revelation of Jesus Christ.  Worship reveals itself in deep humility as we prostrate ourselves in His presence, and worship is proven by the sacrifices we make for Him.

That’s what the Book says!