The Road to Bethlehem

The Wise Men: December 23

“There came wise men from the east to Jerusalem, saying, Where is he that is born King of the Jews? for we have seen his star in the east, and are come to worship him” (Matthew 2:1–2).

One star shone more brightly than the rest, and the Wise Men followed it like a compass. They had been watching for the star, and they knew it would lead them to a new king.

frankincense and myrrh: used in medicine and perfume

In Bethlehem they found Joseph, Mary, and Jesus. Here was the new king! The Wise Men knelt down to worship Jesus. They gave Him gifts of gold, frankincense, and myrrh—gifts fit for a king. The baby Jesus would grow up to be the Savior of the world.

Share the Light

Your journey to Bethlehem has almost come to an end, but your pathway through life is just beginning. You can be like one of the Wise Men, who followed the light of the star to Jesus. Even though you will have challenges along the way, following the Light of Christ will lead you to happiness. You can’t give Jesus a present, like the Wise Men did, but what gifts can you give Jesus? As you follow Christ, your light will help brighten the way for others. To read more about the Wise Men, read Matthew 2:1–12.