3. Mary gave the gift of her womb (see Luke 2:38). This was the place of protection and nurture for the pre-born Jesus. 4. The angels gave the unusual gift of worship (see Luke 2:13–14). What use could worship be? We worship God not because he uses it but because he is worth it. The word worship means ascribe worth to someone or “to something.” God as God is worthy of our worship. C. How can we ascribe worth to God? How can we truly worship God? 1. Three ways to worship God: a. Worship him verbally. Tell God how he is worthy (see Matthew 12:34). b. Worship him in community (see Luke 2:13; Hebrews 10:24–25). c. Worship him demonstrably (see Psalm 63:3–4; 141:2). 2. Application: The innkeeper, because of the crowds in Bethlehem, turned Mary and Joseph away. In so, he missed out on the opportunity to witness the birth of the Savior of the world. a. Many still turn Jesus away. Don’t be like the innkeeper. As Jesus knocks at the door of your life, will you open your heart to God? b. Max about an old and degenerate scoundrel who, on his deathbed, prayed for Jesus to save him. It was not too late for this man! God is still seeking worshipers. God is seeking you. Will you say yes to him? Sermon Outline 3 God Guides the Wise Note: It is recommended that you read chapter 7, Guides the Wise,” and chapter 8, “God Shines,” in Because of Bethlehem before the sermon so you will be well aquainted “Humility with the stories and principles from Max Lucado. I. Introduction
3. Mary gave the gift of her womb (see Luke 2:38). This was the place of protection and nurture for the pre-born Jesus. 4. The angels gave the unusual gift of worship (see Luke 2:13–14). What use could worship be? We worship God not because he uses it but because he is worth it. The word worship means “to ascribe worth to someone or something.” God as God is worthy of our worship. C. How can we ascribe worth to God? How can we truly worship God? 1. Three ways to worship God: a. Worship him verbally. Tell God how he is worthy (see Matthew 12:34). b. Worship him in community (see Luke 2:13; Hebrews 10:24–25). c. Worship him demonstrably (see Psalm 63:3–4; 141:2). 2. Application: The innkeeper, because of the crowds in Bethlehem, turned Mary and Joseph away. In so, he missed out on the opportunity to witness the birth of the Savior of the world. a. Many still turn Jesus away. Don’t be like the innkeeper. As Jesus knocks at the door of your life, will you open your heart to God? b. Max about an old and degenerate scoundrel who, on his deathbed, prayed for Jesus to save him. It was not too late for this man! God is still seeking worshipers. God is seeking you. Will you say yes to him? Sermon Outline 3 God Guides the Wise Note: It is recommended that you read chapter 7, “God Guides the Wise,” and chapter 8, “Humility Shines,” in Because of Bethlehem before the sermon so you will be well aquainted with the stories and principles from Max Lucado. I. Introduction
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