Be His Blessing

Daily Scripture Threshing for Today, Friday, December 26, 2025

Matthew 2:9–12 (ESV)

Key Verse: Matthew 2:11 (ESV) — “And going into the house they saw the child with Mary his mother, and they fell down and worshiped him. Then, opening their treasures, they offered him gifts, gold and frankincense and myrrh.”

Boxing Day, traditionally known as a day of giving, subtly mirrors the wise men’s response to the revelation of Christ. They did not come empty-handed to Bethlehem; their worship overflowed into offering. In their hands were gifts of value, but in their hearts was adoration of infinite worth. They gave not merely out of duty but out of discovery — for true giving flows from hearts that have first beheld Glory.

The wise men’s journey teaches us that authentic worship does not end at the cradle; it extends with generosity. Heaven’s greatest gift inspires earthly giving. When we have truly met the King, we open not just our treasures but ourselves. Boxing Day, therefore, should not be a commercial sequel to Christmas but a continuation of Christlikeness — a day when grace received becomes grace released.

God’s love, when received, becomes a catalyst for generosity. He gave us His Son, the Gift beyond measure, that we may become givers ourselves. Each act of love we extend — whether a prayer whispered for the weary, a visit to the lonely, or a gift to the needy — echoes the fragrance of frankincense, the purity of gold, and the compassion symbolized by myrrh. When you give, you mirror your Maker; when you serve, you shine His light.

To celebrate Christ after Christmas is to continue what began at the manger — letting divine giving shape human living. Every kind word, forgiving act, or unseen sacrifice is another parcel of heaven unwrapped on earth. Let this Boxing Day remind you that you are God’s gift to someone’s prayer and His answer to someone’s pain. Be His hands that heal, His heart that helps, and His light that leads.

Action Steps: Today, look for ways to give intentionally. Share your resources, your time, or your tenderness with someone in need. Let your generosity be worship in action — not just what you give but how you give it. Remember, love doesn’t lessen when shared; it multiplies. Be a blessing that outlasts the season.

Quote for the Day: “When Christ fills your heart, giving becomes your habit; love becomes your language.” — (Simon Olatunji #quotablequote)

Let Us Pray: Dear Lord Jesus, thank You for the gift of Your life and love. Just as You gave Yourself for me, help me to give myself for others. Teach me to serve joyfully, share generously, and love sincerely. Make my heart a channel of giving that honors You and blesses others. May Your spirit of grace turn every gift into a gospel. All these I pray, Lord Jesus, in Your precious name, Amen.

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Thank you for sharing His generosity today. For further study, read: 2 Corinthians 9:6–11; Acts 20:35; James 1:17

With all my love and prayers,

Simon Wale Olatunji, Ph.D.

Your Darling Bishop (DaBishop)

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