January 6th marks Three Kings Day, also known as Epiphany—the moment the Magi finally reached Jesus after a long, uncertain journey guided only by a star and faith that refused to let them turn back.
We often rush past this day, packing away the nativity and moving on to the next goal, the next resolution, the next task. But Three Kings Day invites us to pause—not at the destination—but at the journey.
Faith Isn’t Always a Straight Line
The Magi didn’t have a detailed map.
They didn’t know how long the road would be.
They didn’t have confirmation at every step.
They simply kept moving.
That’s important for us to remember as we step deeper into a new year. Faith doesn’t always feel confident. Sometimes it looks like asking questions, taking detours, or trusting God even when clarity hasn’t arrived yet.
Mental wellness and spiritual growth often work the same way. Healing, purpose, and alignment rarely come overnight. They unfold as we keep showing up—tired, hopeful, uncertain, but willing.
The Gifts We Bring Matter
The Magi brought gold, frankincense, and myrrh—gifts that symbolized kingship, divinity, and sacrifice. But what often gets overlooked is that the most powerful thing they offered wasn’t what they carried in their hands.
It was their obedience.
Their humility.
Their willingness to kneel.
As we reflect today, it’s worth asking:
- What am I bringing into this season?
- Am I offering God my trust—or just my plans?
- Am I willing to surrender outcomes, not just intentions?
Sometimes the most meaningful gift we can bring is honesty—about our fears, our exhaustion, our hopes, and our need for guidance.
A Season of Revelation, Not Perfection
Epiphany is about revelation—God revealing Himself to the world. And revelation often comes quietly, through reflection rather than fireworks.
As you continue into this year, remember:
You don’t have to have everything figured out.
You don’t need to rush your growth.
You don’t need to compare your journey to anyone else’s.
Like the Magi, you are allowed to move at the pace of faith.
A Gentle Reflection for Today
Take a moment today to sit with these questions:
- What “star” am I being asked to follow right now?
- What distractions might I need to release?
- What would it look like to trust God with the unknown parts of my life?
Three Kings Day reminds us that the journey itself is sacred—and that when we keep walking in faith, even imperfectly, we will arrive exactly where we’re meant to be.
Naty Matos 