CHARACTER STUDY ~ THE MAGI

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The Magi are wise men who saw the star of the Messiah and decided to look for Him and worship Him with their gifts. By God's grace, they found Him after facing the challenges of locating Him.

¶ They were wise men who were conscious of happenings around them. They said,  “Where is He who has been born King of the Jews? For we have seen His star in the East and have come to worship Him.”

¶ Though wise, they made the mistake to enter Herod's palace in search of a Jewish King born. This informs us the wisdom of man has limits. 

¶ They never saw the star again until they came out of the palace of Herod. If we fail to come out of the place of pride, comfort zone or daydreaming we can never see the star (the purpose we are pursuing). 

¶ They were greatly overjoyed when they saw the star and in locating the King they worshipped Him. No one encounters God and remains the same. There is always good news to return with. 

¶ They presented gifts to the King. We must also present our gifts to the Lord whenever we come into His presence. Cheerful bring your offering before God.

¶ Then, being divinely warned in a dream that they should not return to Herod, they departed for their own country another way. Yield to hear from God in all circumstances. 


Supporting Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12

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