Posted by
Pen Captain on Monday, December 14, 2009 9:45:47 AM
There is a whole lot more to the Christmas story of the visting magi than many know. First, we do not know how many wise men there were that visited the Christ child. Many believe there were three because of the gifts they brought-gold, franensence, and murrh. What is truly important is that they have read the prophesy concerning the Messiah, where he was to be born, and the signs of his arrival. When they saw his star in the east--they rejoiced! Then sought him to pay their homage. You can imagine the joy there was when they saw Jesus!!Is is any wonder the angels proclaimed "Glory to God in the highest,and on earth peace good will to men" (Luke 2:14). The world of the wise men was pretty rough. The Romans were breathing down their backs and the taxes were practically breaking their backs! Not much has changed since then,HOWEVER, The wise men sought (and found) what they were searching for!! I want to take this time to wish everyone here at Townhall (and all who may read my post) the very best this Holy Season!! May we all be like the magi who were very wise to seek the Christ child! The world is desperately seeking answers to many burdens they have. God has sent us the answer in one package that Holy night!! May everyone truly find it because the star is still shining bright and the Christmas message is still true!!! This is truly the real HOPE for TOMORROW!! Merry Christmas EVERYONE!!!