Text: Matthew 1:18–2:12 | I. Jesus was given as the supernatural Son of God and Mary. Matthew 1:18-20 | II. Jesus was given to deliver us from our deepest problem. Matthew 1:21 | III. Jesus was given to fulfill God’s ancient promises. Matthew 1:22-23 | IV. Jesus was given as the King for the whole world. Matthew 2:1-2 | V. Jesus was given for our exceedingly great joy in generous worship. Matthew 2:10-11
Matthew 6:19–21 | I. Generosity is trusting Jesus’ financial advice. Matthew 6:19 | II. Generosity is investment in an eternal future. Matthew 6:20 | III. Generosity forms our hearts for heaven. Matthew 6:21 | “Jesus declares that our heart always follows our treasure, whether down to earth or up to heaven.” - John Stott
