Today’s reading is Matthew 2.
What made these foreign travelers wise? Oh, no doubt, they had some special role in their eastern courts. They were surely studied and educated. They no doubt were able to counsel kings and governors. Perhaps they even had some kind of religious acumen. I’m sure the kings of whatever lands they came from thought these men could interpret dreams, read the stars, and even foresee the future.
But none of this made these men wise. Two things demonstrated these men as wise.
First, they worshiped Jesus.
Second, they obeyed God instead of the king.
Frankly, there isn’t much more to say about wisdom. If we want to be wise, it is just that simple. Worship Jesus, and obey God instead of man. That’s all the wisdom any of us need.
Tomorrow’s reading is Matthew 2.
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Discuss the Following Questions with Your Family
- What are your initial reactions to the chapter and the written devo above?
- Why is worshiping Jesus wise?
- Why is obeying God rather than men wise?
- What advice would you give others to help us overcome our temptation to obey people rather than God?
- What do you think we should pray for and about in light of this chapter and today’s post?
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