The Star of the hope

"The star that they saw in the East was going before them until, when it came over the place where the little child was, it stopped, and when they saw the star, they were filled with a very great joy." Matthew 2.9-10

2000 years ago, in the Middle Eastern sky, a star shone in the night. That's why, in memory of this event, during this holiday season, many Christians place a beautiful star on top of their Christmas tree.

What is its symbol ? How was this star born ? Beyond our questions, what matters is its meaning, its eternal reach. His flicker is reflected in the gospels. Its beauty and its brilliance are heralding a new hope, a salvation for humanity.

The birth of Jesus is for all of us the hope of a new day.

This star shone strong enough to attract people of different beliefs and countries. She showed the way so that Jews, Greeks, Romans or Arabs could come and adore the baby Jesus. She's still shining for everyone. This star leads us into the light of his presence and once arrived, everything else turns pale in its light.

The birth of Jesus is for all of us the hope of a new day. It is forgiveness where sin reigned, healing in place of sickness, justice instead of abuse, love that drives away fear, restoration for our afflictions, peace that does not depend on circumstances.

In this Christmas season, let yourself be led by this hope that shines in the darkness, to know more about the person of Jesus. Let him grow in the stable of your heart so he can give you strength and courage before the afflictions of life. Yes, the star of hope still shines today.

A question for today

In your opinion, is it faith or science that motivated the mages to follow the star ? Why ?

Patrice Martorano

Source (The Thought of the Day)