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Discover the untold story of the wise men and their incredible journey to find Jesus. This biblical exploration reveals the fascinating connection between the magi and the prophet Daniel, explaining why non-Jewish astrologers would travel 800 miles to worship the King of the Jews. Learn about the stark contrast between those who seek Jesus versus those who only seek knowledge about Him.The wise men, or magi, were likely descendants of Babylonian astrologers taught by Daniel about Messianic prophecies. When they observed the prophetic star mentioned in Numbers 24:17, they connected it to Old Testament prophecy and began their epic journey from modern-day Iraq to Jerusalem. Their question was simple yet profound: Where is the one who has been born King of the Jews?Meanwhile, Jerusalem's religious leaders demonstrated perfect biblical knowledge, immediately quoting Micah 5:2 when asked where the Messiah would be born. They knew Bethlehem was the answer, located just 6 miles from Jerusalem. Yet remarkably, none of these Scripture experts made the short two-hour walk to investigate whether the long-awaited Messiah had actually arrived.This Christmas message explores the danger of replacing wonder with mere knowledge, showing how familiarity with Scripture can actually blind us to encountering Jesus personally. The religious leaders had become comfortable with 400 years of studying prophecy without experiencing new revelation. They sought information about God rather than seeking God Himself.The magi's response teaches us what authentic worship looks like. These grown men fell down before a toddler, recognizing Him as King and presenting costly gifts of gold, frankincense, and myrrh. Their sacrifice demonstrates that genuine worship always costs something - time, effort, resources, or comfort.This powerful biblical lesson challenges viewers to examine their own spiritual journey. Are you pursuing Jesus Himself or just accumulating knowledge about Him? The difference between seeking a person versus seeking information can determine whether you encounter the living Christ or miss Him entirely, just like the religious leaders who had all the answers but missed the King standing before them.