Jesus: A Star out of Jacob
I behold Him, but not near;
a Star shall come out of Jacob;
a Scepter shall rise out of Israel.
Jesus is pictured as A Star Out of Jacob. Just as mariners plot their course by the stars, so the Lord wants to direct your life by the Star Out of Jacob. Just as stars give light in the dark night, so Jesus, the Star of Jacob, gives light to a world darkened by sin. Just as stars tell us the time and seasons (Genesis 1:14), so Jesus gives meaning to your appointment calendar. Stars warn people that they have a limited amount of time left on this earth because each star is a burning entity and will eventually burnout. In the same way, each person is getting older and will eventually die. So we should find hope in Jesus Christ who is the Star out of Jacob. Look to Him for meaning in your life.
Jesus, I look to You for direction this day. Guide me to make good choices and help me shine Your light to those about me.
Those who walk in darkness can become lost; they need Jesus, the Star out of Jacob, to show them the way. Those who are lost in the night are cold and disoriented; they need the Star out of Jacob to point them to the warmth of God’s love. The Star out of Jacob reminds people that the Father loves them and has a wonderful plan for their life. Carry the light of Jesus to them (John 8:12; Acts 2:1-4); He wants to light the way of everyone coming into the world (John 1:4).
Jesus, I want to be guided by Your star. Keep me warm near the fire and shine a reading lamp in my heart so that I can learn. Light my path, and help me walk in the light. Amen.
Jesus gives light to help people find the right path.
