Matthew continues on by a writing about the Magi (wise men) who came to Jerusalem in search of the Messiah. They had seen His star in the sky and set out to worship Him. King Herod did not like this and questioned the validity of their claims. He was reminded of what the prophet Micah said:
“But you, Bethlehem, in the land of Judah, are by no means least among the rulers of Judah; for out of you will come a ruler who will shepherd my people Israel.” (Micah 5:2,4)
Herod sent them to find out where this baby was so they could report back to him…but the wise men never did because they had been warned in a dream not to go back.
I wanted to focus on the Magi’s reaction when they saw the star stop over Bethlehem. It says:
“When they saw the star, they were overjoyed.” (Matthew 2:10)
They understood the magnitude of the moment. They knew what the prophecy said, and were overjoyed at the proof of its validity. I want to ask…when is the last time you have been overjoyed by Jesus? Maybe the better question is why doesn’t He bring us more joy? Could it be that we have spent so much time seeking joy in other things that Jesus just falls into the group with everything else? I have been struggling with joy lately in my own life…but I came to the realization that I’m not experiencing joy because I’m seeking it in something other than Jesus. Maybe it’s time we allow the name of Jesus to overjoy us again…that way others will see we have something worth sharing.
Jesus can fill you with joy like nothing else will…will you let Him?
A Journey With Jesus 