How do we seek Jesus? The story of the wise men can give us some direction. God used a sign in nature, the star, to get their attention. God often speaks in a language we understand. These men were astrologists, and God spoke to them through a star. God continues to speak to us through …
The Wise Men experienced a revelation while seeking Jesus as they prepared to return home after their long journey to Bethlehem. The Wise Men had traveled from the east, in the region of Persia, as God stirred their hearts. Then God provided a star as a sign to guide them, like an ancient GPS. When …
The story of the Wise Men is a gripping Biblical story that showcases the combination of seeking to worship and the prophetic gifts they brought to the newborn King of the Jews. The Wise Men were from the east, in the area of Persia, and specialized in astronomy. These men were truly wise because they …
The wisemen began by seeking Jesus in the wrong place. Matthew 2: Jesus was born in Bethlehem in Judea, during the reign of King Herod. About that time some wise men from eastern lands arrived in Jerusalem, asking, 2 “Where is the newborn king of the Jews? We saw his star as it rose, and we …
Doubt can cloud our faith; it is not unusual even for faithful believers. The Bible reveals that great people of faith, such as Moses and Abraham, also experienced doubt about God. Moses doubted God when He told him at the burning bush that he would lead the Israelites out of Egypt. Exodus 3:11 But Moses protested …
We can see from the story of John the Baptist’s birth that God has a plan for His children. John would fulfill a predetermined purpose for God. He was forbidden to drink wine as a vow of consecration to God. Luke 1: 15 for he will be great in the eyes of the Lord. He must …
As the creator, God gave the gift of a child to Zechariah and Elizabeth. Luke 1: 13 But the angel said, “Don’t be afraid, Zechariah! God has heard your prayer. Your wife, Elizabeth, will give you a son, and you are to name him John. 14 You will have great joy and gladness, and many will rejoice …
The gifts were significant in the story of the Wisemen and Jesus. Matthew 2: 11 They entered the house and saw the child with his mother, Mary, and they bowed down and worshiped him. Then they opened their treasure chests and gave him gifts of gold, frankincense, and myrrh. [1] Each of these gifts was expensive …
The cross changed everything when Jesus died for our sins and rose again. Think how faith in Jesus has changed your life now and in eternity. When Adam and Eve fell into sin, it did not catch the Lord by surprise. Paul says that God had a plan to redeem humanity, an extension of His …
The ministries of Jesus and John differed. This may be one reason John the Baptist sent his disciples to ask if Jesus was the one they were expecting. John’s mission was to call the Jewish people to repent and prepare their hearts to receive Jesus. He was uncompromising in calling out sin in his preaching. …