“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.” Matthew‬ ‭2‬:‭11‬ ‭

The magi believed a baby was worthy of worship. They did not approach empty handed, but came prepared with sacrificial and significant gifts fit for royalty and divinity. Gold indicated esteem; frankincense indicated earnest worship; and myrrh indicated affection.

Lord, thank you for grace that I do not need to earn your love or repay your salvation and blessings. My esteem, worship, and affection belong fully to you as a living sacrifice. My hands, my feet, my words, my heart, and my life belong to you. Here am I, to serve and be sent for you.