Those who are wise will shine like the bright expanse ?of the heavens?, and those who lead many to righteousness, like the stars forever and ever. Daniel 12:3
Following the Star
The Wise Men followed a star to the place where Jesus was. For they saw his sign and came to worship Him. They brought with them gifts fit for a king. We consider these star-gazers as wise men because they sought out Jesus Christ. Daniel tell us that the truly wise will be like that star which leads others to Christ.
Many people try to be stars in the world of entertainment, only to find their stardom temporary. With the advent of the Internet and social media almost anyone can become an overnight sensation. YouTube has launched many an unknown into super stardom when a video goes viral.
Reality TV is another avenue that turns ordinary citizens into media stars. Their exposure on these programs (some exposing more than others) cause them instant fame and recognition. These stars however soon become dim and fade from view.
Contrast these temporary examples stardom with the stardom spoken of by Daniel.
God tells us how we can be eternal “stars”-by being wise and leading many to God’s righteousness.
A wise man not only seeks Christ but leads others to him as well. We are called to be LIGHTS in a dark world. We are to be the stars that others can use to navigate their way through life. We should be the light that shines on the place where Jesus can be found.
Are you a star in God’s Kingdom or are you seeking temporary stardom in an earthly kingdom? Will you be the star that leads wise men, women and children to Christ or should we look for another?
If we share our Lord with others, we can be true stars-radiantly beautiful in God’s sight!
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Pity, less people will read this blog than view the reality, Youtube “stars” you write about.
No Truer words have ever been spoken. Thanks for stopping by the bird’s nest and sharing your thoughts. God only knows who actually reads these posts but perhaps something on these cyberpages will change someone’s life for the better.
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