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The Apostle Paul wrote “the wages of sin is death; but the gift of God is eternal life through Jesus Christ our Lord.”

1 Now when Jesus was born in Bethlehem of Judea in the days of Herod the king, behold, there came wise men from the East to Jerusalem, 
2 Saying, Where is he that is born king of the Jews? For we have seen his star in the East, and are come to worship him.  Matt 2:1-2 (KJV)

The appearance of the Wise Men from the East was a cause of great concern in Jerusalem that year.  It was, no doubt, an impressive caravan that entered the city and to date, no one really knows just how many they were.  Traveling such a great distance in a wilderness required a large contingency of men, livestock and supplies.  Then, to hear the reason for their trek, simply amazed everyone!  King Herod himself called them to his presence to inquire why they sought “he that is Born King of the Jews?”

The Lord Jesus was not crowned king by popular acclaim, He did not usurp the throne through guile or violence, He was BORN King.  The only begotten Son of  God was born to be the Lamb of God who would take the sins of the world.  He was born to provide a pathway to the presence of God.  Jesus, the Christ, the Messiah, the Son of God is Lord of all!

They found Him and presented Him with gifts fit for a king indeed.  That little child, born in Bethlehem would one day die, suspended between heaven and earth on a cross, for our sins.  He is God’s gift to us.

Years later the Apostle Paul wrote “the wages of sin is death; but the gift of God is eternal life through Jesus Christ our Lord.”  Romans 6:23 (KJV) If you've not availed yourself the opportunity to receive God’s gift it would be wisdom to do so.  This is the true meaning of Christmas.  Wise men STILL seek Him!

Join us in worship this Sunday and attend our Christmas Cantata "A Festival of Lights" under the direction of Mela Galabeas at 10:30 am.

P.I.B.-C.C. is located at 1509 Tarlton in Corpus Christi, TX 78415

Bible Study 9:30 am  Worship   10:30 am

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