Follow the Light, Worship the King
“We saw his star when it rose and have come to worship him.” – Matthew 2:2 (NIV)
There’s something awe-inspiring about the Magi. These wise men, likely scholars and astronomers from the East, saw a sign in the sky and followed it across miles of uncertainty, through political tension, and into the heart of a mystery they didn’t fully understand, all to worship a newborn King.
Their journey was not without danger or deception. King Herod, threatened by the very idea of a rival ruler, secretly plotted to destroy the child. But the Magi stayed faithful to the purpose that brought them. They followed the light. They bowed low before Jesus. And they gave what they had, gold, frankincense, and myrrh, not knowing the full weight of who He was, but recognizing that He was worthy.
Their story reminds us that worship often starts with wonder and requires movement. It’s one thing to notice the signs of God at work. It’s another to follow, especially when the road is long and the outcome is unclear. But true worshipers, like the Magi, are willing to go wherever the light leads.
And when they finally reached Jesus, Scripture says they were overjoyed. Their journey ended not in disappointment, but in divine encounter.
Today, we don’t need a star in the sky to seek Jesus. His Spirit leads us. His Word guides us. And like the Magi, we’re invited to bring our best, bow low, and worship the One who came to shepherd His people with love, truth, and peace.
Reflection Question:
What “stars” has God placed in your life to guide you toward Him? How can you worship Jesus more fully today?
Prayer:
Lord, help me to follow Your light with faith, even when the path feels uncertain. Teach me to worship You not only with my words, but with my actions, my time, and my heart. May I be like the Magi, joyfully seeking, courageously following, and humbly bowing before You. Amen.
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