Epiphany

Epiphany

We know the word: a moment of piercing awareness, the sudden jolt of understanding. Imagine, then, that moment stretched out over a period of time. This is the season of Epiphany, a season celebrating the revelation of the Savior, the light of the world. 

Epiphany begins on January 6 and is marked by several events and themes in the life of Jesus: the visit of the Magi, the baptism of Jesus, and the wedding feast at Cana. He is the worshiped King of kings, the dearly loved Son of God and the miracle-working Lord of the feast. As we journey through Epiphany, which leads up to Lent, we catch sight of the uniqueness of Christ. This is no mere prophet or teacher—this is the Son of God, the Messiah! 

There is an unmistakable missional bent to Epiphany. Jesus, the light of the world, calls us to let our light shine before others (Mt 5:14-16). Drawn by the light of his star, the Magi came and signaled the universal scope of Jesus' mission, where the nations of the world come to worship the King of kings. Epiphany calls us to live God's mission, announcing the good news of Christ's arrival to every culture, and to those who live across the street, bearing the light of Jesus to the nations and to those who share a home with us. 

For the grace of God has appeared that offers salvation to all people... the appearing of the glory of our great God and Savior, Jesus Christ.

Titus 2:11-13

Grace and peace,

Anita Sorenson
Pastor for Spiritual Formation