The Christmas story is so much about light bursting into darkness. Yes – it is about ‘Comfort and Joy’ in the direst of situations and this speaks to us more than ever in 2020. The Story is about the fulfilment of Scripture. It is about God working His Purposes out through the generous giving of His Son Jesus for everyone.

Our Scripture this morning considers the response of the Wise men, the light they followed and the difference it made to their journey. All this within the context of remembrance of loved ones – loved ones who now live in the eternal light and life of Christ.

Major Richard Mingay