Today with Jeff Vines Following the Star Part2 - 29 December 2025
Dec 29, 2025
Dive into the cosmic wonder of Christmas as the discussion unfolds the role of the Magi in revealing Jesus' identity. Discover Old Testament foreshadows of Christ’s journey and why God enters our story. Explore the comfort of Emmanuel during suffering, and critique modern elite wisdom against timeless Christian truths. Unpack the importance of moving from mere proximity to an intimate relationship with God. Ultimately, hear the call to seek Jesus, emphasizing the eternal narrative that invites believers into a profound connection.
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Gifts That Reveal Identity
- The gifts of gold, frankincense, and myrrh symbolically reveal Jesus as king, God, and man.
- Jeff Vines shows how each gift fits Old Testament expectations and the incarnation's depth.
God Writes Himself Into History
- C.S. Lewis' analogy shows God must reveal himself within our story for us to know him.
- Jeff Vines uses 'Emmanuel' to explain why God enters history so we can know hope and security.
Gagarin And The Seeing Eye
- Jeff Vines recounts Yuri Gagarin saying he 'did not find God' in space and C.S. Lewis' response.
- The story illustrates that finding God requires revelation, not physical sight.