This comedic sketch re-casts the magi as modern professors to underscore the point that the Christian life calls for a commitment to action. The commitment of the magi was extreme. They dropped their lives for a months-long journey across barren lands in search of someone they probably only slightly understood. They just knew that God was in the events of Judea, and they had to see for themselves. Would we have that kind of commitment?

We cannot afford to dismiss the call of the Gospel, as Bill does through most of the sketch. But neither is it enough, like Mel, to make merely an intellectual assent to God. Like Gus we need to put feet to our faith - in worship, discipleship, and service to others.

At Christmas we like to say that wise men still seek Him. But it is not just in seeking, but also in following that we become disciples. As Rich Mullins said, "Faith without works is like a song you can't sing. It's about as useless as a screen door on a submarine."

Related scriptures: James 2:14-26 Mark 1:16-20 Matthew 2:1-12