“Anti-Christmas Kings and Emperors”

Matthew 2

December 30, 2007

Matt Bowen

Pastor to Middle School

A new king meant a challenge to the systems and powers in place. (Matthew 2:3)

Our concept of the Good News about Jesus must challenge our own rights to power and our own self-suiting systems.

Christ = Messiah/King

“Anti-Christmas Kings and Emperors”

Matthew 2

December 30, 2007

Matt Bowen

Pastor to Middle School

A new king meant a challenge to the systems and powers in place. (Matthew 2:3)

Our concept of the Good News about Jesus must challenge our own rights to power and our own self-suiting systems.

Christ = Messiah/King

Receiving King Jesus assumes humility and willingness to be led.

Our allegiance to King Jesus must permeate our whole lives.

Private World

Relational World

Global/Social World

Following up: What part(s) of my life reflect a Herod-like desire for power and empire? What would it look like if Jesus were King instead of me? Are there systems or powers in place that I allow to exist for my own gain? What could/should be done to eradicate it for Christ’s glory? What is the great benefit of being led by King Jesus?

Receiving King Jesus assumes humility and willingness to be led.

Our allegiance to King Jesus must permeate our whole lives.

Private World

Relational World

Global/Social World

Following up: What part(s) of my life reflect a Herod-like desire for power and empire? What would it look like if Jesus were King instead of me? Are there systems or powers in place that I allow to exist for my own gain? What could/should be done to eradicate it for Christ’s glory? What is the great benefit of being led by King Jesus?