10: These men were happy to see the star again. Not only had they lost sight of it for a time, and had now regained it; but also, it was obviously indicating the exact location of their destination.
11: The presents were those fit for a king. The wise men, however, being led by the star, were not surprised to find the king in a humble place. He was not still in a stable, but Mary and Joseph were hardly living in a palace at the time. Their worship shows at the very least homage to a king who came from Jehovah God. Being from the east, these men would be familiar with the God of such men as Daniel, Nehemiah, or Mordecai.
12: These wise men were wise enough to listen to Almighty God when he warned them not to turn back to Jerusalem. They, at the very least, had the same sensitivity to God as did the Babylonian or Persian kings who came into contact with God’s people, or even the gentile nations who have been neighbors to the Jews all along.
Personal Journal Entry #12095
Prayer Journal Entry #12095
Daily Bible Reading: 1 Samuel 25:1-27:12
Praise Journal Entry #12055: Heavenly Father, thank You for making Yourself known to the world. The Truth concerning You is made more available every day. Send laborers into the harvest, Father. So many need to be saved! In the name of the Lord Jesus Christ I pray and praise You, Amen.