What actions can we take to worship Jesus as "King of the Jews"? The Verse in Focus Matthew 2:2: “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.” Key Observations • “King of the Jews” is a literal, royal title—Jesus fulfills God’s covenant with David (2 Samuel 7:12-16). • The Magi demonstrate worship through deliberate action, costly gifts, and obedient hearts. • True worship engages head, heart, and hand. Actions That Express Worship Today Seeking Hearts • Schedule daily time in Scripture, letting the Word light the path just as the star guided the Magi (Psalm 119:105). • Join corporate study; wise men consulted others in Jerusalem (Matthew 2:4-5; Hebrews 10:24-25). Joyful Celebration • Rejoice in His guidance—sing, testify, journal gratitude (Matthew 2:10; Psalm 100:2). • Celebrate His kingship every Sunday, the “first day” devoted to the risen King (Acts 20:7). Physical Bowing • Kneel in private prayer (Ephesians 3:14). • Bow your will by obeying His commands (John 14:15). Costly Giving • Offer finances, time, and talents—modern “gold, frankincense, myrrh” (Matthew 2:11; Romans 12:1; 2 Corinthians 9:7). • Support missions that proclaim His royal authority to every nation (Matthew 28:18-20). Obedient Living • Act on divine direction immediately, as the Magi took another route (Matthew 2:12; James 1:22). • Shape decisions—career, relationships, entertainment—around His lordship (Colossians 3:17). Protective Allegiance • Defend biblical truth against cultural “Herods” who oppose the King (Jude 3). • Intercede for persecuted believers, shielding Christ’s body through prayer (Ephesians 6:18-19). Public Declaration • Confess Him openly—baptism, conversations, social media, work ethic (John 19:19; Acts 2:38; Colossians 3:23-24). • Display symbols of faith at home or office as silent testimony to His throne. Persistent Expectation • Live watchfully, eyes on His promised return (Matthew 24:42; 2 Peter 3:11-12). • Keep priorities eternal—invest in souls, not only stuff (Matthew 6:19-21). Putting It All Together Worshiping Jesus as King of the Jews means seeking Him diligently, celebrating Him joyfully, bowing physically and spiritually, giving sacrificially, obeying promptly, defending courageously, declaring publicly, and waiting expectantly. Each action mirrors the Magi’s example and honors the rightful, everlasting King revealed clearly and literally in Scripture. |
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