Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12 NLT or NIV

Background:

Who are these Magi? Greek

“Magoi,” often translated “wise men”

Where did they come from?

How we Seek

Magi and Herod seeking Him in different ways – Matt. 2:7-8

Herod and Pharaoh comparison and parallels:

Both issued a mandate to kill babies out of fear for their throne

Both in a context of a great ruler being born under their reign

Both caused their “prey” to flee and chased after them

God Reaches Outside the Lines (Good News)

Isaiah 55:8

Jeremiah 29:13

Let’s be Clear: God is drawing us through Jesus and to Jesus’ Radical Surrender