The Way of the Wise

After Jesus was born in Bethlehem of Judea in the days of King Herod, wise men from the east arrived in Jerusalem, saying, “Where is he who has been born king of the Jews? For we saw his star at its rising and have come to worship him.” Matt 2:1-2 CSB What made the wise men wise wasn’t who they were, but who they understood Jesus to be. A star will come from Jacob, and a scepter will arise from Israel. Numbers 24:17 CSB The more time you spend with God in His word, the more you will see God in your world!It is not enough for you to be my servant raising up the tribes of Jacob and restoring the protected ones of Israel. I will also make you a light for the nations, to be my salvation to the ends of the earth. Isaiah 49:6 CSBWhen I look at the night sky and see the work of your fingers, the moon and the stars you set in place, what are mere mortals that you should think about them? Psalm 8:3-4 NLT"It is easier to measure the entire ocean in a little cup than to grasp the greatness of God in the human mind." - Saint BasilAnd this is only the beginning, a mere whisper of his rule… Job 26:14 MSGWonder is a wise and powerful perspective that will cause your heart to long to be with God.What are you willing to push through, or give up to spend time with and give your best to Jesus?FaithIt is impossible to please God without faith. Anyone who wants to come to him must believe that God exists and that he rewards those who sincerely seek him. Hebrews 11:6 NLTFaith - SacrificeI urge you to present your bodies as a living sacrifice. Romans 12:1 NLTFaith - Sacrifice - ObedienceWhen they saw the star, they were overwhelmed with joy. Entering the house, they saw the child with Mary his mother, and falling to their knees, they worshiped him. Then they opened their treasures and presented him with gifts: gold, frankincense, and myrrh. Matthew 2:9-11 CSBFaith - Sacrifice - Obedience - Worship The way of the wise is worth every effort and comes with Joy to power each step you take toward God.The way of the wiseIs focus first on the prizeTo know and be known by the KingWith faith powered endurance Blessed with blessed assuranceWhatever the journey might bringWe have faced the unknownWith the wisdom He’s shown It’s an honor to trust and obeyEach step powered by GraceEach choice Impacts the paceAs we follow His plan day by dayHe’s always been nearIt’s His voice that we hearHe called us to come and be closeWith His heart and His handHe’s led us from distant landsWith His love, which matters the mostSo when our journey’s completeWhen we fall at His feetEvery treasure we have we will giveHere to worship the oneChrist the Lord, Heaven’s SonWho came so that we to could live