He Shall Be Called - Day 4

Birth Prophecy: The birth of the Messiah would be announced by a special star

Scripture: Read the prophecy – Numbers 24:17
Read the fulfillment – Matthew 2:1 – 2

We know that our fantastic creator God spoke the universe into existence. Stars and all other celestial bodies were created by God for His and our enjoyment. It seems only fitting that He would announce the birth of His Son with a special star. The magi, traditionally thought to be three wise men from the east, studied the stars and movements of the planets. They were the first to recognize this new star as the promised “birth announcement” described in the scriptures. They made their way west using the star as their own dedicated GPS. After a quick stop over to see King Herod, the star reappeared and led them right to the birth place of Jesus in Bethlehem.

Q1. The magi, astronomers from the east, appear to be the only folks who saw the star. Why do you think all the Jewish wise men and scripture scholars appear to have missed the appearance and significance of the star?

Q2. Using a special star in the night sky seems like a fantastic way for God to communicate with His people. Do you ever look into the nighttime sky and feel God is communicating with you through His glorious creation? What other methods does God use today to communicate with us?

They looked up and saw a star Shining in the east beyond them far
There’s a star in the east on Christmas morn
Rise up and follow
It’ll lead to the place where the Savior is born
Rise up and follow

PRAYER FOCUS: Heavenly father, thank You for the Savior, who came to set me free. I want to hear from You. Help me to never miss anything – Your word, Your message, Your still small voice. And help me to be a doer of Your word – not just a hearer.