The Gospel of John is unlike the other three Synoptic Gospels or Matthew, Mark and Luke.  The beginning especially sounds much like it could have been a poem or hymn sung in the early church.  Indeed, we learn so much about the nature and character of our triune God, Father, Son, and Holy Spirit by John’s words.  Words that bring life to the full and light to all who receive them by faith.  

Wonder is the beginning of all scientific discoveries.  It can also be the beginning of our faith journeys as well.  This week, we celebrated the Epiphany or day when Magi, Persian astrologers began their journey of wonder searching for the one born King of the Jews.  It was a journey that required faith, sacrifice, and discovery, that led to finding Jesus and bringing exceedingly great joy.