Greg Laurie: A New Beginning Jesus and the Ones Who Listened | The Choice of a Lifetime
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Dec 23, 2025 Explore the fascinating choices people made during the Christmas story as Jesus was born. Discover the significance of the angelic announcement and how salvation is open to everyone. Learn about the wisdom and traditions of the magi, their gifts symbolizing Jesus' roles, and how God communicates through Scripture. Amid distractions from social media, we’re reminded to prioritize spiritual growth and hear God's voice. Join a journey that emphasizes the importance of listening to God and embracing the gospel.
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Good News For Everyone
- The Christmas announcement is framed as personal, positive, and universal in Luke 2.
- Greg Laurie emphasizes salvation is offered to everyone, not limited to a predestined few.
Wise Men Came Later
- The wise men did not arrive at the manger and likely came later to a house after Jesus' birth.
- Greg Laurie challenges traditional nativity assumptions about timing and location.
Knowing Scripture Can Harden Hearts
- Shepherds and wise men were open and acted on God's message, while scribes stayed passive despite Scripture.
- Greg Laurie warns that familiarity with scripture can coexist with spiritual indifference.
