Herod's Instructions to the Magi

The sermon examines Herod's actions and statements regarding the magi, focusing on Matthew 2:8. The speaker analyzes Herod's secretive meeting with the magi, his question about when they first saw the star, and his instructions to search for the child in Bethlehem. Supporting points include word studies on the terms "secretly" and "privately," analysis of the timeframe the magi spent in Jerusalem, and examination of Herod's use of the term "the Christ" and his stated intention to worship him.

Scripture: Matthew 2:8