The Heavens Declare for All to See
One of the most special river trips we offer each year is the unique 7-day “Geology by Day and Astronomy by Night” experience. Dr. Danny Faulkner joins us on this unforgettable journey, presenting a rare opportunity to study the cosmos above the Grand Canyon. Northern Arizona’s dark skies, combined with the dry desert air and high elevation, create the perfect environment for stargazing and marveling at the heavens.
Truly, “The heavens declare the glory of God,” and nowhere is this more evident than over the Grand Canyon. Much as the heavens proclaimed God’s glory 2,000 years ago at the birth of Christ, they continue to speak of His majesty today. During the Christmas season, when we’re surrounded by twinkling lights and reminders of stars, we reflect on the one extraordinary star that led wise men from the East to worship the newborn King of kings.
This divine masterpiece in the sky was likely set in motion on Day 4 of Creation Week, some 4,000 years before those wise men witnessed its radiant sign. When the “fullness of time had come,” God sent His Son, the Light of the World, to pierce the darkness and bring eternal illumination to all mankind.
Canyon Ministries exists because of that eternal light that broke into the world on that first Christmas night in Bethlehem. Just as the star led seekers to Christ, the Grand Canyon draws visitors from across the globe. Each day, we pray that those who stand in awe at the rim or raft through the canyon’s depths will see God’s glory on full display and be drawn closer to Him. We strive to reflect the light of Christ, illuminating the wonder of the canyon and pointing others to the Creator who shaped it.
Whether it’s the signs in the heavens, the angels in chorus, or the still, small voice of the Creator whispering, “I AM,” we have every reason this December to celebrate the Savior’s birth. Immanuel—God with us—has come! Let us reflect His glory and rejoice in the light He brought to a world in darkness.
