When the Light Comes, Epiphany Worship, January 7th
Epiphany recognizes the time when the Magi followed a star that led them to Bethlehem, where they found the Christ Child, Jesus, and worshiped Him as King. As part of their journey to see the world's Savior, the Magi stopped in Jerusalem and inquired of King Herod where the new-born King was to be found. Herod told the Magi to return to him after they found this King so he too could worship Jesus. But Herod's aim was not worship but the death of any rival king. The Magi, however, were warned in a dream not to go back to Herod. Instead, they returned to their country by another route. We, too can be guided by the light of God. Perhaps today you will find a new direction away from the darkness of sin and toward the saving Light of Christ. Arise, shine for the glory of the Lord shines on you today!
Sermon did not get recorded for Jan. 7 due to technical difficulties.