Spanish Sermons in Matthew

We approach this often misunderstood event in the Christmas story by looking at three topics related to the Wisemen's journey: their decision to go; a dangerous detour; and a different way home.

After Jesus was born Magi came from the East to Bethlehem.

By giving a few examples of the wrong way to pray, Jesus teaches that we should pray in solitude, with sincerity and with simplicity.

The Lord's prayer gives us some insight into the great privilege and power all believer's possess when they pray.

The Magi received the Word of God in Jerusalem, and the illumination of the star (the work of the Holy Spirit) led them to Christ.

God’s character is publicly slandered because of man’s choices: “If God is good, why is the world so bad?”

The humanist vision of the future is to bring rebirth by controlling people; the biblical vision is that the powerful work of the Holy Spirit will transform people. When we try to change people by our own power we end up sinfully dominating and controlling others. We are called to serve, not change, others. We cannot make a new creation out of anyone; only God can. In seeking the kingdom and righteousness of God, we seek God’s purposes instead of instant personal satisfaction. We exercise a power and authority from beyond history, for the good of future generations.