On Brightness and Light
A Quote to Carry You
December 21, 2015
“When Jesus spoke again to the people, he said, ‘I am the light of the world. Whoever follows me will never walk in darkness, but will have the light of life.” John 8:12
On brightness and light – It is amazing how connected we are to nature. I don’t know about you, but during these months when the days are shorter and the nights are longer, my energy level goes way down and I find myself feeling tired much of the time. My general mood seems to be more somber too. Once I return home from a days work, I rarely feel like venturing out into the darkness of a late autumn/early winter night. There is just something about the dimness of this time of year that casts a shadow over me. What is interesting though, is that in the midst of the darkness of this season comes the contrasting brightness and light that the hope of Christmas brings.
As the above Scripture declares, Jesus is the light of the world…that truth cannot be denied. Even in nature, when winter’s solstice heralds in the lengthening of days, just the thought of brightness and light enhancing our days seems to energize our surroundings. With the streams of flickering lights adorning trees and houses in our neighborhoods throughout the Christmas season, that brightness and light really does shine in the darkness. I imagine you’d agree that we are all attracted to the brilliance of the light, and it not only brightens our streets, but it causes our hearts to glow with the hope and wonder that was offered to each one of us on the night that Jesus Christ was born.
As the days grow longer and the seasons change from the dead of winter to the liveliness of spring, may you consider how much the brightness and light (and life) of Jesus Christ can enhance your life when you step out in faith and let Him shine in your heart.
Peace and love,
Felecia
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This is truly a wonderful time of year.