The Wise men/Magi
From the Bible Dictionary we learn that they were righteous men sent on an errand to witness the presence of the Son of God on the earth. Their spiritual capacity is evident: They were able to see the star when others could not; they knew its meaning, and brought gifts to the young child; and they were warned in a dream to return home by a safe route. They journey home by another way to protect Christ from potential harm.
They were not ordinary men. They were privileged to search out the Son of God and give him gifts. They were spiritually sensitive and knowledgeable. I love the quote, “wise men still seek Him.” Like the wise men, in our own lives it is so important to be spiritually sensitive and knowledgeable. Sometimes it is necessary for us to “journey another way” – a way that will protect our belief in Jesus Christ. Like the Wise Men, the journey may not be what we had originally planned; rather it is what we feel inspired to do.
Read Matthew 2: 1 -12, the Bible Dictionary under Wise men of the east and Magi. This week before Christmas study the wise men and the lesson they teach each of about being spiritually sensitive and what it means to journey another way.
By taking a different way home, they protected Christ. What paths in our lives could we journey another way to protect our beliefs in Christ? The Wise Men exemplify the journey each of us takes as we seek the Lord. They help to remind us that we need to listen to the spirit to guide us in our lives so we can draw closer to Him.
“Wherefore, be faithful; stand in the office which I have appointed unto you; succor the weak, lift up the hands which hang down, and strengthen the feeble knees” -D&C 81:5.
Relief Society Purpose
Relief Society Purpose: The Relief Society is an auxiliary to the priesthood. All auxiliary organizations exist to help Church members grow in their testimonies of Heavenly Father, Jesus Christ, and the restored gospel. Through the work of the auxiliaries, members receive instruction, encouragement, and support as they strive to live according to gospel principles.