I am still celebrating the Christmas Story!
Today, I am reflecting on the journey of the shepherds vs. the Kings. I think there are profound messages in these two examples of the rich and the poor. The shepherds received the angelic announcement and left immediately for Bethlehem. Of course, the shepherds were already in Bethlehem. The Kings arrived later - scholars estimate that Jesus was 2 when they arrived. I don't pretend to know how long they studied the star/stars or consulted their experts before they left. It was a lengthy journey, so there were supplies to prepare. The shepherds traveled that very night - in the darkness. And the Kings took many days to make the journey.
I write this and I wonder many things: Were there others who received the announcement - whether by angels or by stars - who didn't make the journey to see the new King?
It is a time to be thankful for our own journey to the King - whether by stars or angelic announcement. I have made the journey and it is worth it when I see the King.
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