Star

“The new star (of Bethlehem) would have had to be placed in its precise orbit long, long before it shone so precisely! By reflecting such careful divine design, it underscored what the Lord has said: ‘All things must come to pass in their time’ (D&C 64:32). His planning and precision pertain not only to astrophysical orbits but to human orbits as well. This is a stunning thing for us to contemplate in all seasons!...

There is a personalized plan for each of us. Like the Christmas star, each of us, if faithful, has an ordained orbit, a priesthood path, as we pass through this second estate.”

Neal A. Maxwell (The Christmas Scene, booklet [Salt Lake City: Bookcraft, 1994], 2-3)