Their Arrival at Bethlehem – Christmas Meditation Day 17 (Jan 10)

Their Arrival at Bethlehem

The Magi adoring the Christ child in the cave in Bethlehem.

1.  When the Wise Men had obtained the information they needed, they wasted no further time at Jerusalem, but turned their steps towards the village of Bethlehem.  Their faith was being very sorely tried.  The star had disappeared, and the inhabitants of Jerusalem, instead of sharing their eagerness to find the new-born King, seemed to be either indifferent or positively hostile to the idea of His presence in their midst.  So Jesus in the Blessed Sacrament lies waiting in the tabernacle for a visit from those whom He loves.  They have no longing after Him, no desire for His company.  Only a few faithful souls go to pay their court to Him.  Am I one of them?  

2.  Scarce had they quitted the city when the star appeared again to their joyful eyes.  There it is; there is no mistaking it.  God has not deserted us.  He is still guiding us, and we shall find Him Whom we seek.  No wonder that they rejoiced with great joy.  So to those who have persevered amid doubt and darkness God soon restores the light of His presence.  Courage, faint heart, the star will soon re-appear. 

3.  At length the star, instead of moving above them in the heavens, came nearer to earth, and settled on the humble dwelling-place where Jesus and His Mother abode.  What!  the King of the Jews in that poverty-stricken shed?  Yes, so it is; Christ scorns the gilded palace, and loves the humble hut.  There He is at home; thither He invites His friends to come and see how He dwells with the poor and humble of heart.

 


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