Matthew 2.1-12

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Image generated from Dall.e prompt 'An expressive oil painting of Wise men, camel caravan, following star, bearing gifts, bowing to child king in humble adoration.'

Image generated from Dall.e prompt ‘An expressive oil painting of Wise men, camel caravan, following star, bearing gifts, bowing to child king in humble adoration.’

Limerick

In a land to the east, wise men did roam
Following a star, they left their home
They sought a king
With gifts to bring
And found the baby in Bethlehem’s dome

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Potential actions to take in response

One practical way to respond to the teaching of Matthew 2:1-12 is to reflect on the example of the wise men. These wise men were not Jewish, yet they recognized and followed the star that led them to Jesus. They traveled a great distance and offered Him gifts, demonstrating their deep faith and commitment to seeking and honoring the Messiah.

We can respond to this passage by examining our own faith and commitment to seeking Jesus. Are we willing to go out of our way to seek Him, even if it means leaving our comfort zone or facing challenges? Are we willing to offer Him the best of what we have, just as the wise men offered their precious gifts?

Additionally, we can also reflect on the fact that God revealed Himself to the wise men through a star. This reminds us that God can reveal Himself to anyone, regardless of their background or circumstances. We can respond by being open to the ways in which God may be trying to reveal Himself to us, whether it’s through nature, relationships, or other means.

Ultimately, we can respond to this passage by recommitting ourselves to seeking and honoring Jesus with our whole hearts, just as the wise men did.

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Related passages

Themes: The arrival of the Magi, worshiping Jesus, fulfillment of prophecy.

Related passages:
1. Isaiah 60:3 – Prophecy of nations coming to the light, like the Magi seeking Jesus.
2. Psalm 72:10-11 – Kings bringing gifts to the Messiah, similar to the Magi’s gifts for Jesus.
3. Revelation 21:24 – Nations bringing their glory and honor to the New Jerusalem, echoing the Magi’s worship of Jesus.

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