WISE MEN SEEK JESUS

 

Matthew 2:1-12 / Keywords 2:2

WISE MEN SEEK JESUS

 

1. Jerusalem is disturbed (1-8)

Magi from a kingdom in the East, using their knowledge of Scripture and

astronomy, discovered that the Messiah had been born in Israel. They immediately

set out on the long journey to honor him. Ironically, the leaders of God’s own

people were not even aware of Jesus’ birth. Herod was disturbed because he saw

this event only as a threat to his own power. He asked the religious leaders for the

Messiah’s birthplace without telling them why, then sent the Magi out with evil

intent. Nonetheless, the Magi received the direction they needed.

 

2. The Magi’s gifts (9-12)

When the Magi realized that God was leading them to find the new King, they

felt great joy. Young Jesus and his parents did not look like anyone special, but

the magi bowed low and gave gifts to him. The Magi are excellent examples of

seeking the truth with a pure motive. They did not seek to get something, but to

give their worship.

 

Prayer Father, thank you that those who seek Jesus can find him, even in evil

times. Help me give my heart’s pure worship to Jesus.

One Word We have come to worship him