God’s Words and Light

Matthew 2:9-12

“ 9 After they had heard the king, they went on their way, and the star they had seen when it rose went ahead of them until it stopped over the place where the child was. 10 When they saw the star, they were overjoyed. 11 On coming to the house, they saw the child with his mother Mary, and they bowed down and worshiped him. Then they opened their treasures and presented him with gifts of gold, frankincense and myrrh. 12 And having been warned in a dream not to go back to Herod, they returned to their country by another route.”

During this time, many Jews were scattered throughout the Roman Empire and the East. With them they carried the hope of the Messiah as promised in the scriptures.

The Magi were aware of these scriptures and prophecies and were eager to see for themselves this promised Messiah.

God guided the Magi to Jesus using a special star that He knew would attract their attention.  With God’s help, they found the holy family who were now living in a house.  They worshiped the Messiah and presented him with gifts.

With God’s help, the Magi avoided another encounter with the jealous King Herod and were able to return home.

God’s ancient words, and God’s light in the heavens, led men from far away to see The Word and the light lying in His mother’s arms.

God incarnate.

May the love of Christ be with you,

Rev. Eric Lanier (Retired)