As we walk through the Christmas story and the three gifts brought to Jesus, we are reminded of the danger of knowing the story without letting it reach our hearts. Gold was the first gift presented, and it carried deep meaning. In Scripture, gold represents value, kingship, security, and control. The Magi brought gold because they understood who they were coming to see. They believed the revelation and came prepared to worship, falling down before a child they recognized as King. Their joy came before they ever saw a miracle because revelation produced worship. They also brought gold because they held it lightly. Money did not master them. They came open handed, ready to give without expectation, worshiping Jesus simply because He was worthy. Gold represents the things we value most and the things we often trust for security and control. Jesus is not weighing how much is given. He is weighing the heart. When Jesus is seen rightly, earthly treasures are held lightly, freedom is found in surrender, and faith replaces control. What is your gold?

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