The commands of the Lord are radiant,
giving light to the eyes.
Psalm 19:8b
For with you is the fountain of life,
in your light we see light.
in your light we see light.
Psalm 36:9
As my thoughts focus on the impact of light in our lives, I can't help but note that, just as in the physical realm light enters the eye for sight, the light of God's Word enters our mind for spiritual insight. And what is insight? Insight is about discernment and understanding or wisdom on how to live. When we think about it, so many of our moral laws are rooted and based on what God's Word already tells us. Without the light shed by His commands we would be walking in spiritual darkness or blindness.
It should, therefore, not be surprising to hear an expression such as "enlighten me," and know that the person is waiting for an explanation or clarification. When someone "sheds some light" on a given situation we come to understand it better. Light exposes and removes confusion. This is how God's Word is. It gives light to our inner being, sometimes so much so, that it hurts because we don't wish our hearts to be exposed. And yet, there is healing in coming clean before the God who knows us, loves us, and has given us His light to guide us.
5 comments:
True and good words Anneliese.
God's light radiates from your life Anneliese! I am so thankful, that in our dark world, God's amazing light shines forth in the most unexpected places. I like how you shared this.
Hi Annelise,
I just wanted to drop by and say thank you for faithfully posting on your blog so frequently. I often check in as part of my daily routine and more often than not, find some insightful thoughts, inspiring ideas or even sometimes comical situations to take from your postings. So thank you!
Thank you for those words, Lori!
I feel as Lori does. I'm so often encouraged here.
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