Matthew 2:1–12: The Wise Men's Gifts for Jesus
The wise men in Matthew 2:1–12 did not bring gifts to earn a favor. They fell down and worshiped the child first, and the gifts flowed out of that worship. Their story answers our search for gifts for Jesus by putting worship ahead of giving.
Christmastide: the twelve days of Christmas explained: A Biblical Guide
Christmastide is a church custom, twelve days from Christmas to Epiphany eve. The Epiphany half of the season rests on Matthew 2:1–12, where magi from the east come to worship the one born King of the Jews.