Light is pretty cool. Have you ever watched the light creep across the land as the sun slowly rises in the morning? As it rises slowly above the horizon, the light flows across objects, illuminating them and making them visible. In time, all is bathed in the light.
Psalm 50 speaks of God gathering His faithful people to Him. It also reminds us that His light will shine forth as He judges all people. One day we will all stand before our God. On that day, will we be found faithful?
Each and every day God seeks to shine forth in our hearts. His light and love desire to fill us. His Spirit seeks to guide and lead us. Both God and the Holy Spirit cast light into our lives. Just like the sun as it creeps up, His light shines into all of our bumps, cracks, and crevices. And what is revealed?
Sometimes we like to think that we still have our hidden spots – those things we cling to and try to convince ourself that God does not know about. But all is bathed in His light. God sees and knows all. We are only fooling ourselves.
As we come to understand this, we become more willing to admit all to God. Our lives become more honest and transparent. Our lives align more with His will and purpose for us. Soon our light begins to shine brighter, for others to see. As we grow to walk more and more in His ways, may our light dispel the darkness both within and around us. May the light guide us and those around us closer and closer to our God.
Scripture reference: Psalm 50: 1-6