Magi - Real Men of Christmas: Wk 3

The Church of Eleven22

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🗓️ 21 December 2025

⏱️ 54 minutes

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What if the greatest gift of Christmas isn’t something you give or receive—but the One you choose to bow down to? The Magi traveled nearly 800 miles on little more than a prophecy and a star, believing that if the promised King had truly come, He was worth seeking at all costs. In Week 3 of Real Men of Christmas, we look at these wise men—not for their crowns or status, but for their posture. While Herod clung tightly to his own throne and the religious leaders stayed comfortable in tradition, the Magi refused to miss Jesus. They followed God’s prompting, bowed before the true King, and opened their treasures in extravagant worship. Pastor Joby unpacks why their response still matters today: because every one of us approaches Jesus like Herod, the religious leaders, or the Magi. And the gifts we bring reveal what we believe about Him—our King, our Christ, our Savior. As we celebrate Christmas and partner with Compassion International to love “the least of these,” this message invites us to examine our hearts, our worship, and the direction of our lives. What gift will you bring to Jesus this Christmas—and which direction will He lead you next? 📣 Episode Mentions:• Scripture Passage: Matthew 2:1-12• Preacher: Pastor Joby Martin 📌 Supplemental Resources From This Week:• Mr. Too Many Lights on Your House Guy • Magi - Real Men of Christmas: Wk 3• What does it mean to seek God? - Deepen with Pastor Joby Martin S25E3 • Real Men of Christmas Sermon Series Series • Deepen with Pastor Joby Martin About The Church of Eleven22The Church of Eleven22® is a movement for all people to discover and deepen a relationship with Jesus Christ. Eleven22 is led by Pastor Joby Martin and based in Jacksonville, Florida, with multiple campuses throughout Jacksonville and the surrounding areas. To support this ministry and help us continue to reach people all around the world click here: http://coe22.com/donate

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0:00.0	1122 presents Real Men of Christmas.
0:07.0	Real men of Christmas.
0:10.0	Today we salute you, Mr. Too Many Lights on Your House Guy.
0:15.0	For 11 months out of the year, you're cool, calm, and collected.
0:21.6	But after Thanksgiving, you flipped the switch.
0:25.6	It's your time to shine.
0:27.6	Most men have one tub of lights. Not you.
0:31.6	You took being the light of the world, literally.
0:35.6	It was just a metaphor. You don't just hang lights.
0:39.3	You go to war with darkness.
0:42.3	Oh, let there be light.
0:45.3	Why worry about fiscal responsibility when Santa is counting on you?
0:49.3	Move on the Rudolph.
0:51.3	Is it over the top?
0:53.3	Yes. Do your neighbors kind of hate you?
0:56.2	Probably.
0:57.1	But we know under the lights, power cords, and authentic one-tenth-scale blow-up reindeer set
1:02.9	is a heart for making Christmas magical for your family.
1:07.0	Thank you, thank you, thank you.
1:08.5	The wise men might have brought gold, frankincense, and myrr.
1:12.5	But you lit up the whole neighborhood.
1:16.4	Mr. Too many lights on your house, God.
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