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Bible Study Dec. Week 1

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The King Has Arrived!

SCRIPTURE

MATTHEW 2:1–12

BACKGROUND & CONTEXT

We don’t know much about these wise men who searched for the King of kings. We don’t know precisely where they were from. We don’t know how many of them there were. We don’t even know their names. We do know they were from the "east" and tracked the special star, so many people believe they were Asian astrologers, which also means they were Gentiles. So, while God's own people missed out on the birth of the Messiah, Gentile representatives were out searching for him with an offering of gifts to worship the King. Wise indeed.

Read Matthew 2:1 – 2 and discuss 1 – 2 of these questions:

• A star in the sky and an ancient prophecy announced Jesus’ birth. What does that tell us about him?

• The Magi came from a land far away. They weren’t Jewish people on the lookout for a Messiah. Why do you think they put so much effort into finding a baby they had no connection to?

• The Magi were led to Jesus by the special star. What has led you to encounter Christ?

Read Matthew 2:3 – 8 and discuss 1 – 2 of these questions:

• The text says King Herod was "troubled." Why do you think he felt like that?

• This passage includes a verse from the book of Micah. Why does it do that?

Read Matthew 2:9 – 12 and discuss 1 – 2 of these questions:

• When the Magi met Jesus, the Bible says, "they fell down and worshiped him." Why was this their response?

• The Magi put a lot of effort into finding Jesus. How do you pursue encountering Jesus?

CONNECTION:

Jesus isn’t worried about the “value” of the gifts we give him. He’s more concerned about the heart of the giver. An honest heart that pours out real worship and praise is all we can give. Don’t worry about giving Jesus the “right” gift. Just be yourself. He’s already made it clear he loves you!

What kind of gifts can you give to Christ ?

APPLY IT

The Magi were the first to do it, but we can still follow their lead every day by seeking out our Savior Jesus to offer him our lives full of worship and praise.

What will you give Christ this week?

Be Specific:

What are you going to do?

When are you going to do it?

Is there someone who can keep you accountable?

PRAYER:

Take time to pray for each other’s applications in the upcoming weeks.

MEMORY VERSE:

Parent Disscussion Questions.:

*The Magi were led to Jesus by the special star. What has led you to encounter Christ?

*The Magi put a lot of effort into finding Jesus. How do you pursue encountering Jesus?

*What kind of gifts can you give to Christ ?