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NARRATION:
This is a season for seeking and worship.
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As we gaze into the wintry night sky, we are filled with a sense of
wonder and awe. "Who are we, that God should love us? Who are we,
that God should send His Son Jesus to restore and redeem our broken
lives?"
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As we search the Scriptures we discover that we are not alone with these
thoughts. Sages from the East also searched the night skies for answers.
These wise philosophers had studied ancient prophecies, and when they
discovered a new and brilliant star, they pondered its significance. In the
gospel of Matthew we read this account:
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"In the time of King Herod, after Jesus was born in Bethlehem of Judea,
wise men from the East came to Jerusalem, asking, 'Where is the Child
who has been born king of the Jews? For we have observed His star in
the east, and have come to pay Him homage.'"
(Matthew 2:1-2 NRSV * paraphrased)
* New Revised Standard Version Bible
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