Local authorities in Jerusalem confirm the visit of magi from the east, inquiring about the birth of a new king. King Herod and his advisers are troubled by the news. They point to a prophecy in the scriptures, identifying Bethlehem as the birthplace of the Messiah. The search for the child continues. (Matthew 2:4-6)
Breaking News! Matthew 20: 17-19
Breaking: Jesus tells the disciples he’ll be handed to chief priests and teachers, condemned to death and delivered to Gentiles who will mock, flog and crucify him — yet he predicts he will rise on the third day.