In this message from The King of Christmas, we see the sharp contrast between King Herod and King Jesus. Herod clings to power through fear and violence, while Jesus reveals a kingdom marked by truth, humility, and self-giving love.

This passage challenges us to examine our own hearts and ask who truly reigns on the throne of our lives, inviting us to surrender to Jesus—the only King worthy of our trust and worship.

In part one of The King of Christmas, we look at Matthew 2:1–11 and the powerful example of the Magi—men who traveled great distance to joyfully worship the newborn King. This message reminds us that at the center of Christmas is not the activity, the traditions, or the wrapping, but Jesus Himself. We learn how the Magi model true worship through joy, time, and generosity, and how we, too, can respond to Christ with humble adoration this Christmas season.

In this message, we explore the incarnation through John 1:14–18 and discover God’s strategy for healing a broken world. Jesus came “full of grace and truth,” entering into our darkness to redeem it—and He now sends His followers into the world the same way. Learn how Christ-like incarnation shapes our engagement with culture, challenges our tendencies toward either grace or truth alone, and calls us to run toward the pain of our world with compassion, conviction, and hope.