They Gave Gifts!

They Gave Gifts!

When they saw the star, they rejoiced with exceeding great joy. And when they were come into the house, they saw the young child with Mary his mother, and fell down, and worshipped him: and when they had opened their treasures, they presented unto him gifts; gold, and frankincense, and myrrh. Matthew 2:10‭-‬11 KJV

These were wise men from somewhere in the East. We were not told their number, but we were told they knew something awesome had just happened, and the star they saw and followed was the evidence. Is this Christmas season the usual for you, full of eating and drinking, or have you come to the personal knowledge of the one who makes the season special?

And the wise men took a long journey; not sure where they were going, but certain that it would lead them to the right end. And they walked. This season calls for fervent devotion and commitment to the One who makes the season tick. Every other thing we do is activity; the whole essence of this season is relationship. How's yours with the reason for the season?

And they found the reason for the season. They didn't just stand outside; they came in and worshipped. They didn't stop to admire the scenery and lights; they came looking for the reason for the season and they wouldn't leave until they had worshipped Him. Is this the usual time for new clothes, shoes and styles, with little focus on the person who came to give true life?

And they wouldn't leave without opening their treasures and giving him gifts. They opened up and gave of the best they had. Each gift symbolized something, but at least they gave of their best. God calls out again today, as He has always done, and He is seeking from me my best and my all. He is not content with eye-service or hypocrisy; He cannot be deceived with external piety that is empty of sincere devotion and faith. As you open your heart's purse, what are you going to give Him; your best or the dregs; the highest and the noblest or the minimum? 

God calls out today: He is the reason why we are alive, and He is the reason for this present season and all seasons. What are you going to give to Him in appreciation of all He has done and given? If a man could give His life for men who didn't even like him at the time, how much more love could you expect from such a man when we turn to Him in faith and accept Him as Lord and Saviour? He is calling, He is waiting, and He will save and preserve into eternity. What are you waiting for? His time of favour is here.