Intentional Christmas
“Others-Centered”
Matthew 1:18-25

Christmas is about God being intentional by sending Jesus!

So, if we follow Jesus, how do we become intentional?

“For to us a child is born, to us a son is given, and the government will be on his shoulders.  And he will be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace.” – Isaiah 9:6

Counselor = others-centered (kindness) 

Kindness is a decision in me to be about you!

Matthew 1:18-20

Intentional kindness…
	Confronts & conquers selfishness
	Makes more deposits than withdrawals
	Starts at home

3 questions that kindness asks:
	How can I help?
	Who can I thank?
	What can I forget?