(The Magi) asked, “Where is the one who has been born king of the Jews? We saw his star in the east and have come to worship him.” - Matthew 2:2

Other than God Himself, the Magi are the most mysterious characters of the Christmas story. We don’t know exactly from where they came, who they were or what they entirely believed.

What we do know is they came a long way. They were not Jewish but they sought out a Jewish king. They endured untold dangers and difficulties so they would know the wonder of worshipping someone and something greater than themselves.

That leaves us with a question: what stops us from worshipping God fully and completely? We live in a culture of convenience. If it isn’t easy, we don’t do it. We even get to the point where we start to believe we deserve to have things the easy way.

But worship isn’t always convenient. There are things that get in the way. Schedules, attitudes, and circumstances all work together to put obstacles in between God and us. When we encounter those obstacles we have to make a choice. Are we going to surrender to the obstacles and give up or are we going to surrender to the living God?

It was worth it to the Magi to push through the difficulties to find the only one worthy of worship. Are you willing to push through what ever is in your way?

Today’s Prayer
Jesus, You and only You are worthy of my worship and devotion. Increase my dedication and help me push through anything and everything that keeps me from You. Amen.