And we all, with unveiled face, beholding the glory of the Lord, are being transformed into the same image.

2 Corinthians 3:18a

When the days are short and the nights are long, it gives hope that each day adds more light. Jesus, the true light of the world, comes to this dark world bringing lasting hope. The Magi followed a bright star and encountered Jesus. Moses’ face became bright with the radiance of God’s glory because of God’s presence on the mountain. At Jesus’ transfiguration, He shines so brightly, revealing His true glory — that He is man and He is God. When the temple curtain was torn forever by Jesus’ sacrifice for our sins, He, the true temple, opened the way for all nations to dwell in Him. As the days lengthen, seek the true light and spend time worshiping Jesus. On Epiphany today, may it transform our faces from dullness into the light of God’s glory.

Nancy Rapp
St. Louis, MO

Dearest Jesus, the days are dark but the light of Your Spirit shines brightly in me. Amen.

Reflect: How do you spend time in God’s presence to transform your thoughts from darkness to light?

Read: Matthew 2:1-12 and 2 Corinthians 3:12-18