Consider the Magi:
Matthew 2:1-2…Magi from the east came to Jerusalem and
asked, "Where is the one who has been born king of the Jews? We saw his
star in the east and have come to worship him."
The Seeking Heart -
understands priorities & initiates action.
Matthew 2:9 After hearing
the king, they went their way; and the star, which they had seen in the east,
went on before them until it came and stood over the place where the Child was.
The Seeking heart - will
receive guidance
Matthew 2:11 After coming
into the house they saw the Child with Mary His mother…
The Seeking heart - will
find
The reason we do not find is not because God is hiding it, we
are not seeking. I have found several reasons that my heart deceives itself
about seeking.
We say we
are seeking, BUT
* We are seeking in the wrong places.
* We are seeking with an agenda already determined.
* We are seeking without being committed
to respond.
A good example is found in Matthew 19:16–23 A rich young man
claiming to have kept all the commandments asked Jesus what he lacked. Jesus
said, “If
you wish to be complete, go and sell your possessions and give to the poor, and
you will have treasure in heaven; and come, follow Me.” But when the young man
heard this statement, he went away grieving; for he was one who owned much
property.
Jesus told him he needed to exchange his god of "things" for God!
* How Tragic! He
sought for Truth...but when it was given...his agenda refused to yield!
Matthew 2:11…and they fell to the ground and worshiped
Him. Then, opening their treasures, they presented to Him gifts of gold,
frankincense, and myrrh.
The Seeking heart -
will respond.
Meditation: Am I seeking the real meaning of Christmas? How am
I protecting my schedule to take time to enjoy God this Christmas? Is your
heart ready to respond to what you find?
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