Luke 11:14-36

"Therefore, if your whole body is full of light, and no part of it dark, it will be completely lighted, as when the light of a lamp shines on you." (11:36 NIV)

The word "light" appears in the Bible 270 times.* More often than not, it is used to describe some aspect of God's glory.

In today's reading, we are encouraged to let the light of God shine through us. In pop psychology, we often hear the term "The eyes are the window to the soul." Well, to use Biblical language, 'The eyes are the window to God's light shining in us'.

Sometimes, even as Christians, we experience feeling of doubt, or fear, or frustration. All of these things can push God away and, in doing so, the push our 'light' away as well. Nobody wants to feel this way, and when we look in the mirror, we can see the darkness creeping in.

How can we invite God's light within our selves?

- Pray.

- Read the Bible.

- Listen to a Gospel song.

- Sing a Gospel song!

- Help someone in need.

- Spend time enjoying God's creation.

- Attend a church service.

There are so many ways we can invite God into our lives!

Question: Do you feel full of God's light today? If not, try doing something from the list to feel closer to God and His joy.


*According to Bible Gateway , using the NIV translation.


Monday's reading: Luke 11:37 - 12:12

(Today's post written by Allison Lynn.)