The Epiphany of the Lord

And behold, the star that they had seen at its rising preceded them, until it came and stopped over the place where the child was. They were overjoyed at seeing the star, and on entering the house they saw the child with Mary his mother. They prostrated themselves and did him homage. Then they opened their treasures and offered him gifts of gold, frankincense, and myrrh.

No matter who we are, we all choose to follow something in our lives. It can be a person, an idea, a vice, or any number of worldly things. However, it is only when we follow God that we can truly find our way to eternal life. It is in Him that we will find never-ending joy and fulfillment. Everything else is nothing compared to what awaits us in heaven. Sometimes, like the Magi, we might lose our way, but as long as we continue to seek God, He will lead us to where we need to be. And when we arrive, we shall find a peace and happiness which cannot be lost as long as we trust in God and give Him the gold of our acts of charity, the frankincense of our prayers, and the myrrh of our fasting.

Are we lost spiritually? How can we regain our bearings? When we do discover what we are called to do, do we pay homage to God and offer Him the fruits of our labors?

O Lord, lead us by your light to where we need to be.

Amen.