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In the Word of God nothing is clearer than the longsuffering of God which seeks and waits for individuals to repent of their sins before His holiness requires judgment for those sins. He rises to judgment only when iniquity is full. Pray daily that many sinners will find cleansing through the blood of Jesus Christ. Intercede earnestly for unsaved individuals that they will come to God by the “new and living way” (Hebrews 10:20). Pray for the SMS missionaries that they would rise to any occasion to proclaim the Good News “that Christ Jesus came into the world to save sinners” (1 Timothy 1:15). |
Whether or not one experiences happiness and joy during the Christmas season depends upon the answer one gives to the question posed by the Wise Men: “Where is He that is born Kings of the Jews?” (Matthew 2:2).
First of all, the Wise Men sought a Person. “Where is He?” Some people today are seeking a set of principles or a philosophy as their provider of peace. Yet, it is only in the presence of Jesus Christ that we find peace and protection. “He is our peace” (Ephesians 2:14). “If God be for us, who can be against us?” (Romans 8:31).
Secondly, the Wise Men sought the Promised One. “Where is He that is born?” Nothing could deter them from discovering that destination. They overcame every obstacle to prostrate before the prophesized King. The Scriptures clearly specify that “at the name of Jesus every knee should bow” (Philippians 2:10).
Finally, the Wise Men sought a Potentate. “Where is (the) King of the Jews?” They recognized the sovereignty of Jesus. They desired to worship one who was greater, one who was wiser and one who was more powerful than they themselves. “They saw the child with Mary His mother, and fell down, and worshipped Him.” (Matthew 2:11).
What is your answer to the Wise Men’s question?
Secondly, the Wise Men sought the Promised One. “Where is He that is born?” Nothing could deter them from discovering that destination. They overcame every obstacle to prostrate before the prophesized King. The Scriptures clearly specify that “at the name of Jesus every knee should bow” (Philippians 2:10).
Finally, the Wise Men sought a Potentate. “Where is (the) King of the Jews?” They recognized the sovereignty of Jesus. They desired to worship one who was greater, one who was wiser and one who was more powerful than they themselves. “They saw the child with Mary His mother, and fell down, and worshipped Him.” (Matthew 2:11).
What is your answer to the Wise Men’s question?
Rob Zapotoski
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I appeal to you, brothers, in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ, that all of you agree with one another so that there may be no divisions among you and that you may be perfectly united in mind and thought.
1 Corinthians 1:10
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Pray that the Gospel will reach the millions in the Slavic countries that have not yet heard what Christ has done for them. Many small cities and towns still do not have an official place of worship. Ask God to help the Slavic churches be effective witnesses in their neighborhoods. Pray that souls will continue to be saved, baptized and discipled through the ministries of the church. Pray that the Holy Spirit powerfully and persistently will convict men of sin and lead many to believe that Jesus Christ is the Savior of the world. |