Read Matthew 2:1-8, 16-18
Today we are going to look at man’s justification of abortion through the story of Jesus Christ birth. As I am sure you know Jesus was born to a virgin named Mary and that birth took place in Bethlehem. Bethlehem was under the rule of a ruthless and cunning king named Herod the Great. Some wise men traveling from the east come to Jerusalem to find out about Jesus Christ. Well Herod caught wind of these men who were combing the city looking and asking about Jesus and he had them brought before him. They asked Herod about this and to his surprise he was in his mind being informed of someone who he thought would take his kingdom. Now for Herod that was huge and probably would be for any of us who here some news that sounds like this Jesus is going to take your place. So Herod secretly called the men to him and he deceived them by telling them he wanted to also worship Jesus. Well the wise men leave and find Jesus and worship Him. In a dream they were told not to go back to Herod and inform him of where the Christ child was. Then in verse 16 we find out Herod’s reaction. He orders for all baby boys two years and under to be killed. Herod wanted to worship Jesus, yeah right, he had in his mind all alone to destroy Jesus and thus end Jesus’ power take over. It’s amazing how Herod justifies the killing of innocent lives for the sake of his kingdom. Today I want you to think about one question is it ever ok to justify the killing of innocent lives?
Father thank you for the incredible providence you displayed in warning the wise men to take a different route home. Thank you for protection of Jesus even as a young baby. Help us to understand the value you place on all life but especially the life of the innocent.
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