
Those who worship Christ will consecrate their substance to him. The wise men kept their caskets closed till they saw Jesus, and then they opened their treasures. Let us keep our love and holy service for the Lord's eye, and never wish to expose them to the world's gaze. These choice offerings, especially the gold, would help Joseph and Mary to provide for the Royal child, who was so soon to be exiled. God brought providers from the far East to supply the needs of his Son. Remember that "Omnipotence hath servants everywhere." Before the babe starts for Egypt, Oriental sages must pay his charges.