Worship Sundays at 9 am
This content has been archived. It may no longer be relevant
I arose in darkness this morning. This time of year the dark of night flows into the working day. Huddled around the growing warmth of the wood stove, I sipped my coffee and watched the glimmer of day gathering in the East. In the black of the moonless sky the stars were strong in their shimmering contrast. I love these morning moments. They seem to speak of what God is doing. Just as the light persistently dawns, and the stars stand out in contrast to the night sky, so the coming of God, lightens and warms into our lives with promises that are persistent and reliable. This is the truth of Epiphany. Every moment we have is a good moment to keep an eye to the emerging grace and mercy of God. Slowly the light of God begins to illuminate the day ahead.
The Story of the Magi comes late in the story of Jesus’ birth. So far, only a few have heard tidings of the great wonder. Then enter the Magi, following the inviting movement of the star, traveling long to come and worship the one born King among the Jews. Now the story begins to spread even further. Herod tries to end it, but the action continues. Now it works its way down history into our lives as well.
This spreading of God’s coming isn’t always clear and bright – right in front of us. But more and more do come, the hope and illumination of God’s word continues. It is as through it comes to us as from afar, working and journeying to be made manifest to us. It grows bright as a sign of God’s presence with us. Even in the darkness of these winter mornings, there are signs of God’s presence, persistently bringing light and hope into our lives. I pray that this kindling warmth and dawning brightness will continue to show forth the grace of God alive among us, even now. Happy Epiphany!
Pastor Mitch