I bring an offering of worship to my king, No one on earth deserves the praises that I sing Jesus may You receive the honor that You’re due, Oh Lord I bring an offering to you. Jesus was the initial offering to the earth, given by the heavenly Father. He was a seed that was sown, that would reap a harvest throughout all generations, and continues even now in this time and this place. He was offered in the form of a tiny little baby, who would grow up to be a man that would change the course of history. Mary and Joseph had a small glimpse of Who this baby was because of the angels that had come to each of them. When the star appeared over Bethlehem, I wonder if the lowly shepherds knew that they were first to worship His majesty, the King of all kings. As the shepherds bowed their knees before Him, they give another offering. They weren’t prepared to give him rich gifts, but they gave him something more important. They gave Him their heart of worship. Immediately when they heard the angels announcement, they left where they were to find this new born baby. Most of our time an attention during the holidays is about buying the right gift, making everything lovely, eating great food, visiting with friends, going to parties, or attending special events. It’s really easy to have a “Martha Mentality” during Christmas. This Advent may be a great time to turn that all around. Let’s concentrate on the most important thing. Jesus told Mary that she had chosen what was best, when she sat at His feet. During the Christmas season, there definitely are things that need to be accomplished, but let’s not sacrifice what is best for what we think is necessary.