Open Heaven For Teens 3 September 2024 – King Herod

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TOPIC: King Herod (Open Heaven for Teens 3 September 2024)

MEMORISE: Let nothing be done through strife or vainglory; but in lowliness of mind let each esteem other better than themselves. – Philippians 2:3

Also Read: Open Heaven 3 September 2024 – Take Heed To Doctrine

READ: Matthew 2:1-16

1 Now when Jesus was born in Bethlehem of Judaea in the days of Herod the king, behold, there came wise men from the east to Jerusalem,

2 Saying, Where is he that is born King of the Jews? for we have seen his star in the east, and are come to worship him.

3 When Herod the king had heard these things, he was troubled, and all Jerusalem with him.

4 And when he had gathered all the chief priests and scribes of the people together, he demanded of them where Christ should be born.

5 And they said unto him, In Bethlehem of Judaea: for thus it is written by the prophet,

6 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.

7 Then Herod, when he had privily called the wise men, enquired of them diligently what time the star appeared.

8 And he sent them to Bethlehem, and said, Go and search diligently for the young child; and when ye have found him, bring me word again, that I may come and worship him also.

9 When they had heard the king, they departed; and, lo, the star, which they saw in the east, went before them, till it came and stood over where the young child was.

10 When they saw the star, they rejoiced with exceeding great joy.

11 And when they were come into the house, they saw the young child with Mary his mother, and fell down, and worshipped him: and when they had opened their treasures, they presented unto him gifts; gold, and frankincense and myrrh.

12 And being warned of God in a dream that they should not return to Herod, they departed into their own country another way.

13 And when they were departed, behold, the angel of the Lord appeareth to Joseph in a dream, saying, Arise, and take the young child and his mother, and flee into Egypt, and be thou there until I bring thee word: for Herod will seek the young child to destroy him.

14 When he arose, he took the young child and his mother by night, and departed into Egypt:

15 And was there until the death of Herod: that it might be fulfilled which was spoken of the Lord by the prophet, saying, Out of Egypt have I called my son.

16 Then Herod, when he saw that he was mocked of the wise men, was exceeding wroth, and sent forth, and slew all the children that were in Bethlehem, and in all the coasts thereof, from two years old and under, according to the time which he had diligently inquired of the wise men.

MESSAGE:

King Herold ruled over the Jews during the time of Jesus’ birth. While he appeared to be a successful leader, the truth about him was far from admirable.

King Herod was disturbed by the news of a new king being born and felt threatened by this potential rival to his throne. He asked the wise men (magi) to find the baby and report to him so he could pay homage. However, he had darker plans in his mind. He was willing to do whatever it took to remain king, even if it meant taking the lives of innocent children. He eventually killed all the children in his kingdom who were aged two years and under in the hope that he would eliminate the threat to his throne.

King Herod’s story is a reminder of the dangers of seeking power and control at all costs. It is a warning to all of us not to become consumed by ambition, greed, or the desire for power. Instead, we should live a life that reflects God’s character, which is guided by love, kindness, and compassion for others.

I pray that just as Herod failed in his attempt to kill Jesus, those who are after your destiny will fail woefully, in Jesus’ name.

KEY POINT
Learn from Herod’s story; don’t be power-drunk

BIBLE IN ONE YEAR: Ecclesiastes 4:1-6:12 2 Corinthians 6:7

HYMN 41: Jesus, My Lord, My God, My All

1. Jesus, My Lord, My God, My All,
   Hear Me, Blest Saviour, When I Call;
   Hear Me, And From Thy Dwelling Place
   Pour Down The Riches Of Thy Grace;

Refrain:
Jesus, My Lord, I Thee Adore;
Oh Make Me Love Thee More And More.

2. Jesus, Too Late I Thee Have Sought;
   How Can I Love Thee As I Ought?
   And How Extol Thy Matchless Fame,
   The Glorious Beauty Of Thy Name? [Refrain]
3. Jesus, What Didst Thou Find In Me,
   That Thou Hast Dealt So Lovingly?
   How Great The Joy That Thou Hast Brought
   So Far Exceeding Hope Or Thought! [Refrain]
4. Jesus, Of Thee Shall Be My Song,
   To Thee My Heart And Soul Belong;
   All That I Have Or Am Is Thine,
   And Thou, Blest Saviour, Thou Art Mine. [Refrain]

Daily Devotional for Teen’s guide was written by Pastor E.A. Adeboye, the General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God, one of the largest evangelical church in the world and also the President of Christ the Redeemer’s Ministries.

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