Herod called for back-up, the priests and scribes. This would be like the president going to the Harvard School of Theology, if there is still such a thing, for spiritual advice. I chose Harvard on purpose because any spiritual advice you get from Harvard would be one of those situations where you listen and then do the opposite.
These scholars were experts in their field. They were good enough to know that they needed to edit their presentation. Compare what they told Herod with the OT quote they were referencing.
Matthew 2:6 (KJV) And thou Bethlehem, in the land of Juda, art not the least among the princes of Juda: for out of thee shall come a Governor, that shall rule my people Israel.Look at the last portion and notice the difference. They left out the part that indicated this “Prince” or “ruler” would have eternal connections.
Micah 5:2 (KJV) But thou, Bethlehem Ephratah, though thou be little among the thousands of Judah, yet out of thee shall he come forth unto me that is to be ruler in Israel; whose goings forth have been from of old, from everlasting.
Would it have made any difference to Herod? Probably not. Herod was not interested in what God might have to say. How like us so often. Have you noticed that we already know more than we are obeying? What would one more verse do?
We are getting close to Christmas. Take advantage of what is right in front of you. Do what you know to do. Make this a red letter Christmas.
Merry Christmas.
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