Theophany

Last updated on: January 6, 2012 at 1:00 am by Ragan Sutterfield

Theophany 2012-01-06T01:00:16-07:00 Ragan Sutterfield

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Called Epiphany in the West, Theophany in the East, today is a celebration of the revealing of God to the gentiles, most notably the Magi.

When the Magi came they named Christ as a king on a level never before seen.

Philosopher Dallas Willard has said that a kingdom is the “extent of our effective will.”

On this day of celebrating the vision of Christ’s kingship think about the domains in your life, the areas you rule–your work, your family, your body, etc. Make a map of your kingdom.

Then consider the extent to which you defend your kingdom from God or give over your sovereignty to Christ. Pray over the map and offer it all to God, ask for God’s help in surrendering your kingdom to the greater kingdom of Christ.

Celebrate Epiphany with your church by carrying a white flag of surrender together.

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