Pastor Jonathan Laurie shares that there are gifts we can bring to Jesus. 

Notes:

Focus verse - Matthew 2
 
Jesus is for everybody. Everybody needs Jesus.
 
Read Matthew 2:1–2
 
#1 Searching for the King.
 
Christmas is about finding joy in the birth of Jesus.
 
Read Matthew 6:31–33
 
#2 Reacting to the King.
Matthew 2:3–8
 
James 1:22–25
 
#3 Worshipping the King.
Matthew 2:9–12
 
For I know the thoughts that I think toward you, says the Lord, thoughts of peace and not of evil, to give you a future and a hope.
Jeremiah 29:11
 
Then you will call upon Me and go and pray to Me, and I will listen to you.
Jeremiah 29:12
 
And you will seek Me and find Me, when you search for Me with all your heart.
Jeremiah 29:13
 
Gold is a symbol for the royalty and kingship of Jesus.
 
Frankincense is a symbol of the High Priest role of Jesus.
 
Myrrh symbolizes the death and sacrifice that Jesus made on our behalf.
 
The three gifts we can bring to Jesus are surrender, obedience, and trust in Him. 

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“Just in the nick of time.” Few of us know what a nick of time is but we know the gist. The damsel is rescued from the train tracks “just in the nick of time.” Does God always work just in the nick of time? It may seem so. Today on A NEW BEGINNING, Pastor Greg Laurie gives us some insight on the timing of God. When we know that God works outside the bounds of time, maybe it’ll be a little easier to trust that His timing is perfect.

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Imagine giving a lavish gift to your loved ones this Christmas. Let’s say a luxurious cruise in some faraway corner of the world. Unbelievable beauty, no stress, no payment due at the end of it all. Well today on A NEW BEGINNING, Pastor Greg Laurie points out the gift that literally helps us sail into heaven. Unbelievable beauty, no stress, no payment due. It’s a gift we can receive and it’s a gift we can share with others any time of the year.

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Do you remember a toy you got for Christmas that broke within hours . . . didn’t even make it through the day? How about the paddles with the rubber ball on a thin rubber band attached with a little staple? Yeah. Today we talk about a gift that can last into eternity. Glad you’re along for A NEW BEGINNING as Pastor Greg Laurie launches a series of messages to help prepare us for Christmas. And if you miss any part of today’s insight, go online to harvest.org.

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Some of the most encouraging words in the Bible are found in the Psalms. They’re heart felt, they deal with expressions of joy, and of sorrow. No matter what emotions are weighing heavily on you, you’ll find words that speak to your heart. Today on A NEW BEGINNING, Pastor Greg Laurie takes us to Psalm 32 as the psalmist David is in serious need of forgiveness. We can learn a lot for our times of regret, and discover that God welcomes those who come to Him in contrition.

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We all have friends and acquaintances. Some acquaintances may be a friend of a friend, so we don’t know them very well. We may even know a friend of a friend of a friend. . . your next door neighbor’s aunt’s gardener’s sister. God knows each one of us individually. And He wants a close friendship with each of us. Today on A NEW BEGINNING, Pastor Greg Laurie points out how that intimacy forms the bedrock for our redemption, and for the way God cares and provides for us.

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Though they couldn't be any more different, God spoke to both the shepherds and the wise men. See the part they play in the Christmas story and what we can learn from them.

Notes:

Focus verses - Luke 2 and Matthew 2

Jesus said, “My sheep hear My voice and they follow Me”
 
God spoke to the Shepherds and the Wise Men in a language they understood.
  
In a humble manger in Bethlehem, bible prophecy was fulfilled and the Messiah finally arrived.
 
Jesus was God spelling Himself out in a language we can all understand.
 
God gave the most important announcement in all of human history to shepherds. A shepherd in this culture was at the bottom of the social ladder.
 
#1 On Christmas, Jesus came to ordinary people like you and me.
1 Corinthians 1:27–31 MSG
 
Read Luke 2:8–15
 
The real message of Christmas is good news!
 
Jesus came to this earth for you.
Galatians 2:20
 
For some, Christmas may not be full of love or joy. The season can be filled with anxiety and stress.
 
Christmas reminds us there is a future for us.
 
The birth of Christ was for the death of Christ and for the resurrection of Christ.
Because Jesus rose from the dead, we will never die.
 
#2 Christmas is about God sending a Savior.
 
“And we have seen and testify that the Father has sent the Son as Savior of the world.”
1 John 4:14
 
Jesus came to save us from the power and penalty of sin.
  
God keeps his promises. He came the first time, and He will come again!
Titus 2:13
  
The message of the gospel is, “Good tidings of great joy!”
 
The Christmas season is a wonderful time to share your faith.
 
This was such an amazing announcement, the Shepherds moved quickly.
Luke 2:15
 
Jesus came for all of us.
John 3:16
 
Salvation is for everyone!
2 Peter 3:9
 
Read Matthew 2:1–6
 
The Shepherds rushed to see the Baby Jesus. In contrast, Herod wanted to kill Him.
  
The Wise Men were highly educated with a superb knowledge of science.
 
God came to the Wise Men in a way that they could understand and relate to.
 
Jesus said, “I am the Good Shepherd.”
John 10:11
 
Jesus also said, “My sheep hear My voice and they follow Me.”
John 10:27
 
Jesus speaks to you if you are one of His sheep.
 
God primarily speaks to us today through the Bible.
 
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Dennis Quaid shares the details on his newest role as the 40th president in the new film, Reagan. He discusses Ronald Reagan’s influence and shares his thoughts on the resurgence of faith in a culture God was once welcomed in. Get more of Pastor Greg Laurie and Dennis—plus, a full tour of the actual Reagan Ranch—when you watch on Harvest+!

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Advertisers know that nothing gets our attention more than the word “free.” If we can get something for nothing, we’re listening. Well, God’s offer of eternal life means we trade in our sins and shortcomings . . . our nothingness . . . and He gives us eternal life. What’s more, His grace is literally something for nothing. We’ll learn about that today on A NEW BEGINNING as Pastor Greg Laurie continues our studies in the Psalms. We’ll get a lesson on forgiveness, mercy and grace.

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Do you know someone who always runs late? They’re on their own timetable. One thing is certain. One day they’ll meet God exactly on time. God never taps his watch and says, “What took you so long?” Nor does He say, “You’re here already?” God has definitively numbered our days. And coming up today on A NEW BEGINNING, Pastor Greg Laurie helps us see how reassuring it can be to know our life is in the Lord’s hands. He’s in control, and we trust His plan.

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