2 The differences in the response to Christmas; Vs.2-3
A: One was of celebration / one was of concern
One was of worship / one was of worry
3 The differences in their seeking of Jesus; Vs.4-8
A: One was Informed (wise men); One was Ignorant (Herod); & One Ignored (priest & scribes)
B: What led them in their seeking
Wise men - by God / Herod - by Greed; Wise men - by Faith / Herod - by Fear; Wise men - by Excitement / Herod - by Envy; Wise men - wanted to kneel before Him / Herod - wanted to kill Him
4 The differences in their worship of Jesus; Vs 8 - 12
A: Their Hearts - Full of Praise Full of Pride
B: Their Presentation of gifts
C: Their Actions - One was actually worshiped / The other did not;
