1. Lessons From The Christmas Story

2. Not Everyone Rejoiced!
King Herod the Great
Matthew 2

3. Herod Heard Troubling News
When Herod was troubled, people usually died!
He had all male children in Bethlehem killed that were 2 and under.
We must accept the Kingship of Jesus and submit to Him.
Jesus cannot be ignored.

4. Herod Tried to Destroy the Good News!
He knew little of the Messiah
He wanted mention of Him to cease!
Christians must continue to share the good news of Christ.
Our values must be godly.

5. Herod Died Without Ever Knowing the Lord
He had power and wealth, but died without hope.
He had time for everything else but not the Lord.
Those who know the Lord have hope for the future.