Strangers (Study Guide)

 “Strangers”

Sermon Study Guide for December 14, 2025


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Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12


1. Magi


following a star


Jerusalem and Herod…


they come to _________________ Jesus


they are ____________________ men


gifts…



2. Joy


“they were _______________________”



two questions…

What…



Who…




Questions to Discuss or Ponder:

  1. Are you an early gift buyer or a last minute shopper? Why do you think this is?
  2. Who would you compare the Magi to in today’s world? What governmental office would they occupy?
  3. What do you think kept the Magi traveling for so long? What spurred them on?
  4. What longings of your heart have you found Jesus can satisfy? What holes remain in your soul?
  5. Why, do you think, were these particular gifts chosen for the toddler Jesus?
  6. Recall a time in your life when you were overjoyed? What caused such joy? How did you respond?
  7. What brings you overwhelming joy?
  8. Who do you know who needs that kind of joy this Christmas?


Scripture for the Week:

Monday - Micah 5:1-6

Tuesday - Numbers 24:15-19

Wednesday - Daniel 6:1-28

Thursday - 2 Corinthians 11:16-30

Friday - Hebrews 12:1-13

Saturday - Luke 2:1-20


In response to this Scripture, how will you live?



Prayer Prompt: To love the other.

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