And behold, the star that they had seen when it rose went before them until it came to rest over the place where the child was. Matthew 2:9The journey that began with seeking progressed with following. The wise men had been searching for a sign, and at first sight of it, they began to follow it: "...they had seen when it rose" and it "went before them until it came to rest over the place..."
How often do we search for an answer or a direction, but then when the answer comes, when the pathway is revealed, we either keep searching -- not recognizing the answer we've been given -- or we give up before the journey reaches its intended destination? The wise men's journey took them on at least one detour that we know of. Matthew 2:7 tells us that in the midst of their pilgrimage they were secretly summoned by Herod who intended to use them for his purposes, his own ulterior motives. But, when they left Herod and "went on their way" (Matthew 2:9) the star once again began to lead them to the destination God had intended for them.
Following the star, and not being detoured or distracted by other agendas, motives, or enticements, not stopping until we arrive at our destination. Only then will we reach the fulfillment God has designed for us!
Lord, I know that You have a direction for my life. Help me to follow that pathway until it reaches completion. Help me to stay on track and not give up until I have arrived. Amen
Lord, I know that You have a direction for my life. Help me to follow that pathway until it reaches completion. Help me to stay on track and not give up until I have arrived. Amen
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