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Starlit Quest: Seeking and Finding the King (December 26)


Verse: "Now when Jesus was born in Bethlehem of Judaea in the days of Herod the king, behold, 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)

Brothers and sisters, the echo of the magi's journey still reverberates through the centuries, a testament to the unwavering faith and relentless pursuit of truth. Guided by a celestial beacon, they embarked on a perilous quest, leaving behind the familiar and venturing into the unknown. Their hearts, ablaze with conviction, refused to be deterred by obstacles or doubt.

Their story, etched in the tapestry of Christmas, is not merely a historical account. It is a mirror reflecting our own inner journeys, a call to embark on a starlit quest for the true King within. For the star, dear friends, is not solely an astronomical phenomenon, but the spark of divine light that ignites within each of us, whispering promises of a kingdom far greater than any earthly domain.

  Prayer:

Oh, Celestial Navigator, guide our steps as we navigate the labyrinthine paths of our hearts. Grant us the wisdom of the magi, the courage to follow the whispers of our inner light, and the unwavering faith to persevere through darkness. May we shed the layers of illusion and ego, and kneel before the true King, the divine spark that resides within each of us. Amen.

  Challenge:

In the spirit of the magi, let us embark on our own starlit quest. This week, dedicate time to introspection. Meditate on the light within, the whispers of your soul. Listen to the quiet yearnings of your heart, the dreams that flicker like distant stars. Engage in acts of kindness, for in serving others, we serve the King within them and ourselves. Let us be the magi of our own lives, unafraid to follow the path less traveled, seeking and finding the true King, the light that illuminates the darkest corners of our being.

Remember, dear friends, the journey is the destination. Embrace the twists and turns, the stumbles and triumphs, for it is through them that we discover the true meaning of Christmas – the birth of the divine within us all.

May your starlit quest be blessed with peace, joy, and the unwavering light of the King within.

Written by: Shane Lents

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