by The Candlelighter | advent, lovely to think
The Magi, Wise Men Long, long before Jesus was born, there were prophecies written about his coming. Daniel was taken captive into Babylonia and was one of the prophets who wrote down some of those clues. The Magi, men who studied such things as well as the stars for...
by The Candlelighter | lovely to think
Stars feature prominently throughout the Christmas season. As symbols they remind us of God’s promise to Abraham, of the star of David symbol of Israel, but most of all, we think of the special star in the sky marking the Savior’s birth. Matthew 2: 9,10...
by The Candlelighter | good to know
Where do we get spices when we are thinking of Christmas, and the Christ child? Oh, I remember! The wise men brought special gifts: gold, frankincense, and myrrh. They came from afar in the East, and that is where many of our spices come from even today. So it is no...
by The Candlelighter | lovely to think
Today we light the Candle of Peace, or The Bethlehem Candle Today’s Scripture is Matthew 2:11 After coming into the house they saw the Child with Mary His mother; and they fell to the ground and worshiped Him. Then, opening their treasures, they presented to Him... by The Candlelighter | advent, day-27
Precious Truth: Wise men still seek Him. Today’s Reading from The Word of God Matthew 2:10 When they saw the star, they were overjoyed. Thoughts on the Magi Camels were the transportation and pack animals of the east. They could travel long distances and were...