The Wise Men Worshiped

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Matthew 2:10-11 “When they saw the star, they were overjoyed. 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.”

Think

Imagine the wise men, magi from distant lands, scanning the night sky and discovering a star unlike any other. These weren’t ordinary travelers—they were scholars, likely wealthy and respected, versed in prophecies and ancient wisdom. Yet when they saw the star, they didn’t hesitate to leave everything behind. Their journey wasn’t easy. No paved roads or modern conveniences, just a relentless determination to find the King they believed was worth it all.

Think about their courage. They walked into King Herod’s palace, risking their lives to ask about a newborn King. Herod, a man known for his paranoia and violence, could have killed them on the spot. Yet their focus wasn’t on the danger; it was on the promise of the Messiah. When they finally found him—not in a palace, but in a humble home—they fell to their knees, offering their treasures to a baby lying in the middle of a stable. They didn’t see the modest surroundings—they saw the King of Kings.

And here’s the beauty of it: these men weren’t Jewish. They weren’t part of God’s chosen people. Yet they were among the first to worship Jesus, alongside shepherds considered unclean and outcasts by society. Their story reminds us that Jesus came for everyone—the outsiders, the overlooked, and the unexpected. He doesn’t care about our status, wealth, or reputation. What matters is our willingness to seek him.

The magi’s journey challenges us today. How far are we willing to go to worship Jesus? Do we let distractions, pride, or comfort keep us from pursuing him? Do we miss the Savior because we’re too focused on the messiness of life? Like the magi, we’re called to follow the light—to seek him. This Christmas, look past the chaos and see the King. The same Jesus who humbled himself to be born in a stable is calling you to seek him. He’s the King worth every step of the journey—and he came for you.

Apply

Share the story of the magi with a friend or family member. Use it as an opportunity to discuss how Jesus is worth seeking and how he came for everyone, no matter where they’re from or what they’ve done.

Pray

Jesus, thank you for coming into this world so humbly to be my Savior. Just as the magi sought you with all their hearts, help me to seek you above everything else in my life. Clear away the distractions, pride, and busyness that pull me away. Help me to share your love and hope with others this season. In your name. Amen.