“When they saw the star, they were filled with joy! They entered the house where the child and his mother, Mary, were, and they fell down before him and worshiped him. Then they opened their treasure chests and gave him gifts of gold, frankincense, and myrrh.” Matthew 2:10-11 NLT
Today is Epiphany–a time when God’s work is revealed. But revelation does not easily come to those who are not prepared, who are not curious enough to look for a sign.
A dog sees the world differently from his master. You and I might take notice of the slow and subtle changes of the seasons, but during our daily walks our canine friends are eagerly taking in every new scent that has been “deposited” since the last outdoor adventure. Much is new on each hike, and if you observe a sniffer like Famous, his snout is investigating every inch of ground along the way.
By not expecting God’s miracles on a daily basis, we lull ourselves into comfortable complacency and misplaced self-confidence. Suddenly, a crisis arises, a loved one falls ill, and we suffer because we have forgotten to find God among us.
Father, I seek forgiveness for being blind to your miracles which you place in my path every day. Help me to place my trust in you so that I may discover your revelation in each and every moment.
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