A contemplative reading for Advent.
Going into the house, they saw the child with Mary his mother, and they fell down and worshiped him. Then, opening their treasures, they offered him gifts, gold and frankincense and myrrh.
MATTHEW 2:11 ESV
READ & RECITE
Read the full passage in Matthew 2:1-12
Read Matthew 2:11 a second time, but aloud and slowly, allowing each word to sink in.
OBSERVE
Take a few moments and pay special attention to the key passage and accompanying image.
Compose a list of words in response to the image. How does the image make you feel about the passage? (Ie. excited, sad, brave etc.)
CONNECT
Look up the related passages provided and read each one. Notice and write down the words, phrases or ideas that connect to today's image and key verse.
REFLECT
What new questions did this study bring up for you?
How does today’s reading resonate with your life? Your relationship with Jesus?
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