Kingly Gifts

Read: Matthew 2:1-12

Reflect: When the wise men came they brought gifts. This is why we give gifts during Christmas. What gifts can you give to Jesus during this time of year and all year long?

Request (Prayer): Ask God to show you what gifts you can give Him and His people (other Christians).

When the wise men came to the birthplace of Christ, they brought Him 3 gifts, gold, frankincense and myrrh. There is great significance in these 3 gifts, and the symbolism that each holds really explains the entire being of Christ.

The wise men may have not known the exact reasoning of each gift, but the gifts mean much more than just the gifts the magi brought to Him.
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King of All Kings

Read: Matthew 1:1-17

Reflect: The Gospel of Matthew focuses on the Kingship of Jesus. How does this genealogy prove Jesus’ kingship?

Request (Prayer): Give thanks to God for sending the true King: Jesus.

If you look at the headline of your Bible, there are different sections that have been broken into different groups that gives us a better understanding of what we will be reading. From Matthew 1:1-17, the headline reads, “The Genealogy of Jesus Christ.”

And that is exactly what it is, the generations from the beginning of time, all the way up to the birth of Jesus.There was a day last week that we also covered the genealogies of Christ, and we looked at the importance of these genealogies being in Scripture, and now there is a new perspective to the genealogies that will be mentioned in today’s devotion.
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The Family, Redeemed

Read: Matthew 1:1-17

Reflect: Why do you think it is important to know the genealogy of Jesus?

Request (Prayer): Thank God for the detailed history He gives throughout the Bible.

Throughout Scripture there are a lot of references to families and genealogies. Genealogies are a lot like a family tree and where the family first started. Have you ever wondered why there are these long lists of names mentioned in the Bible? What is so important about them. Well, let me tell you as best as I can.
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Blessing From God Above

Read: Deuteronomy 29:9, Joshua 1:8, Psalm 1:1-3

Reflect: Throughout history we see God bless those who keep His commandments. What are some things that you think God might bless you with if you keep His Word?

Request (Prayer): Ask God to give you strength to keep His Word.

There are a lot of schemes that people use to entice others about “get-rich-quick” methods. Anywhere from testing products that aren’t out to the public, telemarketing agencies and the list goes on. These are all ways and ideas to get people to find satisfaction in their life and to feel accomplished.

The funny thing is that the Bible tells us to do the exact opposite of what others tell us to do. People try to promise prosperity and blessings with ways of doing work for others, the Bible tells us, as Deuteronomy 29:9 says to, “Keep the words of this covenant and do them, that you may prosper in all that you do.”
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Sing that Song!

Read: Revelation 15:3-4

Reflect: Looks like there is going to be a lot of worshiping going on in heaven. What song are you looking forward to singing?

Request: If you not sure what song you would like to sing, ask God to put a song of praise in your heart. If you know what song you would like to sing thank God for giving you the opportunity to sing it to Him. (more…)

A Very CRUX Christmas

Get ready for a very epic CRUX Christmas party!