“Arise, shine; for thy light has come, and the glory of the Lord is risen upon thee.”
Isaiah 60:1 (KJV)
From the gentle morning sun rays that break through your window to the headlights that guide you on your way home at night, light is a constant presence.
Yet, there is a greater Light than any physical light we know…
In Isaiah 60:1, the prophet speaks of this greater Light. And his words are more than pretty poetry and a prophecy; they are a call to action, an encouragement for God’s people to find hope—Light, in the midst of darkness (Isaiah 59:9-10):
“Arise, shine, for your light has come, and the glory of the Lord rises upon you.”
Isaiah 60:1
This Light is a beacon of hope, the picture of salvation and spiritual awakening. This Light is the true Light, the Messiah—Jesus Christ. He is the light God’s people needed then (Isaiah 59:9-10), and He is the light our hearts desperately need today.
In a world that sometimes can feel like it’s drowning in darkness—disasters, wars, injustice, and suffering—Isaiah’s message is an invitation to embrace God’s true Light of salvation, revealed in the New Testament to be Jesus Christ. Let this light shine brightly within you, driving out the shadows of darkness and illuminating the path for those who don’t know this Light.
Pause for a moment. Imagine a world filled with the light of God’s love and truth. Can you imagine a world where the light of Christ shines from the windows of every home and down every street…
God wants to use you—yes, you—to shine His light.
SHARE YOUR FAITH!
Today let God’s light pour out of you: smile and serve. Love and forgive. Talk about Jesus and point people to Him.
LET US PRAY!
God, You are the source of all goodness and wisdom. If we have light to give to the world, Its because it comes from You. Your light is our salvation and guide. Please use us as a light in the world to show Your grace and mercy
In Jesus’ Name,
AMEN!
