Looking for a Sonrise

“Your Word is a lamp to my feet and a light to my path”

- Psalm 119:105

One of the metaphors that God uses to describe Himself to us is light. Proverbs 4:18 tells us that the path of the righteous (those who know God) grows continually brighter until the way is as clear as the sun at high noon. Put another way: the longer we walk with Jesus, the easier it will be to see the way we should go. Jesus tells us that He is the Light of the world, and that whoever walks in Him will be able to see their way clearly.

But how can we do this? The Bible says when we draw near to God, He will draw near to us. If you want to see the Son rise in your life, why don’t you decide to find out more about Who Jesus is (reading the Gospel of John might be a good place to start), and then choose to walk that path with Him?

Be Strong and Courageous!

“Do not be dismayed, for the Lord is with you wherever you go.”

- Joshua 1:9

Have you ever thought about all that Joshua had witnessed in his lifetime? The 10 outrageous plagues in Egypt. A pillar of fire that guided and guarded them. The Red Sea opening to a dry path, and then closing to swallow up the Pharaoh’s army. Miraculous manna from Heaven, provided fresh every morning. Water in the desert. Stone tablets etched by the finger of God. Moses’ face radiating from being in God’s presence.

The history he had with God provided a foundation for the destiny God had for him.

Read some of Joshua today, and remember all that God has done in your life. Then hear him say, “Be strong and courageous!”

Take Care of your Roots!

“Love the Lord with all your heart, soul, mind, and strength.”

- Mark 12:30

Do you find that you’re easily distracted? In this country, one thing we are is busy. We juggle family, education, career, and ministry. We fill our time with sports, tv, fellowship, or all kinds of hobbies and entertainment. We line our datebooks with meetings and a myriad of activities. It’s hard not to be distracted!

And in the midst of it all, I find myself hoping that I’m producing the fruit of the Spirit mentioned in God’s Word, and living a life pleasing to Him. I often try to produce good fruit in my own strength, when God says if I will just tend to the root - my relationship with Him, loving Him with all my heart - then priorities will fall into place and the fruit will grow naturally. Spend some time with God today, love on Him, and take care of your roots!