What does it really mean to follow Jesus? Is the Christian life truly one of comfort and ease, as some would have us believe? The first Christmas story suggests otherwise. From the moment Jesus was born, His family was thrown into turmoil--forced to flee in the middle of the night, live as fugitives in Egypt, and navigate their way through a dangerous world that wanted nothing more than to destroy them. Stephen Davey paints a vivid picture of the hardship faced by Mary, Joseph, and even the wise men, revealing that the birth of Jesus was not the beginning of comfort but the beginning of conflict. This episode of Wisdom for the Heart delves into the real story of the nativity--the part that isn't often shared. Discover why the Magi's visit was more about worshiping a divine King than about a mere exchange of gifts, and how Joseph's courage in fleeing Herod's soldiers teaches us about true obedience. Stephen brings out the significance of God's plan, which involved moving the Holy Family time and again--not with miraculous shortcuts, but with the grit and persistence of real faith. You'll walk away from this message with a deeper understanding of what it means to follow Christ--to accept the blood, sweat, and tears that come with true discipleship. And ultimately, you'll see how every trial Joseph and Mary faced serves as a reminder that the narrow path of following Jesus is not necessarily an easy one--but it is one worth traveling, no matter the cost. Listen in and be inspired to live with constant, courageous, and costly loyalty to your King.
Blood, Sweat and Tears
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