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The Extravagant Love of God

Matthew 2:1–2

Summary: Matthew 2:1-2 describes the visit of the Magi to worship the newborn Jesus, demonstrating God's extravagant love for all people, regardless of their background or status.

Application: This passage reminds us that God's love knows no boundaries and is available to all who seek Him. It encourages us to approach God with humility and worship, acknowledging His sovereignty and grace in our lives.

Teaching: This sermon teaches that God's love is not exclusive to a certain group of people, but is extended to all who believe in Him. It emphasizes the importance of seeking God sincerely and worshipping Him genuinely, like the Magi did.

How this passage could point to Christ: The visit of the Magi to worship Jesus foreshadows the inclusion of the Gentiles in God's plan of salvation. It points to the universal scope of Christ's redeeming work for all nations and people.

Big Idea: God's extravagant love extends to all people, and we are called to respond by approaching Him with humility and worship.

Recommended Study: In preparing this sermon, consider studying the cultural significance of Magi in the ancient world using resources in your Logos library. Explore the symbolism of the gifts they brought and how it relates to the identity of Jesus as the King of kings. Additionally, delve into the historical context of the visit of the Magi to deepen your understanding of God's universal love for all.

1. Journey of Joyful Seeking

Matthew 2:1

You could highlight how the long journey of the Magi to seek the newborn King demonstrates the depth of God's love, inviting all from distant lands and diverse backgrounds to come and worship Him. This reflection of God's love calls for a response of persistent seeking and humble worship from us.

2. Joyful Worship of the King

Matthew 2:2

Perhaps emphasize that the Magi's question, 'Where is he who has been born king of the Jews?' showcases God's love as inclusive and extravagant, extending His invitation of salvation beyond Israel to all nations. This invites an application of recognizing and responding to God's universal call to worship Christ.