Wise Men Still Seek Him
We’re moving forward in the timeline now, past the shepherds and the immediate birth, to a group that traveled a long way to find the Christ-child: the Wise Men, or the Magi.
These men weren't Jews. They were likely astrologers or scholars from the East, representing the first time the light of Christ was seen and pursued by the Gentile world. They beautifully prove that the Gospel is for everyone, regardless of where they come from or what they believe.
Their motivation is captured in their simple, powerful question upon arriving in Jerusalem (Matthew 2:2, KJV): "Saying, Where is he that is born King of the Jews? for we have seen his star in the east, and are come to worship him."
They saw the sign (the star), understood the purpose (worship), and took action (they came).
The Wise Men's journey teaches us an important lesson about dedication and priority. Their search was not a casual Sunday drive. It involved immense time, expense, and risk. They followed an unusual sign into an unknown land, driven by one singular purpose: to find the King and give Him their worship.
Think about your own life: What are you willing to sacrifice to seek Christ?
The Christmas season is full of things that demand our time, energy, and money. We excel at traveling long distances, making great sacrifices, and spending significant resources on perfect gifts, family gatherings, or holiday entertainment.
But are we applying that same level of dedication to seeking the Lord? Do we rearrange our schedules and invest our best effort just to get close to Him?
The Wise Men show us that true seeking is active, costly, and focused. They didn't just think about going; they got up and went. And what was their reward? They saw the Christ-child and were filled with joy. Matthew 2:10 (KJV) says, "When they saw the star, they rejoiced with exceeding great joy."
This is the reward for dedicated seeking: exceeding great joy!
Today, let’s be Wise Men and Wise Women. Let’s examine our schedules, budgets, and hearts, and ask: Am I actively journeying toward Christ, making His worship the ultimate priority? The journey to Him might be costly in terms of time or energy, but the destination—the presence of our King—is worth every single step.