The Star. The King, The Savior

Context

Magi

Herod

Roman puppet over Israel

Not of Kingly blood

Killed his favorite wife and sons because he was paranoid of loosing the throne

Jesus the coming King

Bethlehem is the birth place of David.

This is again revealing that Jesus is the heir of David

Jesus’ coming was prophesied from Three places. Shows how God set up this crazy story

The Star confirms Jesus as the Messiah.

This is consistent with Matthew’s focus throughout the book.

Matthew will narrate some wild claims from Jesus later. These first few chapters are integral to the story as they show that Jesus is who he says he is.

The Magi come to worship the new King. Naturally, they went to the current ruling authorities to see him, but Herod had no idea.

Herod had to call the Jewish leaders together. They must not have been looking for the sign.

The Magi brought gifts. they wanted to pay homage. Thats what you do to kings. you worship them.

Jesus, the coming Savior

He is a savior like Moses

Birth and exile like Moses

quote from Hosea set up a new Exodus that the Messiah will save his people from

Don’t Miss the King!

Come to the King.

Come to the Savior

Worship him