Sunday 3 January

The Epiphany of the Lord

Isaiah 60:1-6; Psalm 72;
Ephesians 3:2-3,5-6; Matthew 2:1-12

God will find a way

The dark and twisted presence of Herod lurks close by as the three Kings make their way to the house where the vulnerable Christ child is sheltered. And yet with no military might at hand, with no political influence to wield, with no riches to deploy, evil is foiled and goodness begins to flourish. Though the Christ-child is hidden and unknown in Egypt, God’s plan is unfolding – unaware though Herod, and all who trusted in his power, may be. Despite all outward signs, be confident that goodness and love have already triumphed! Trust this!