A few days ago, we experienced a super blue moon. It was the second full moon of this month and it was especially bright. It is rare and beautiful to behold. Teresa and I enjoyed seeing the earth lit up that night!
In the spiritual realm, light comes from God’s word. The singer of Israel said, “Your word is a lamp to my feet And a light to my path” (Psalm 119:105). Isaiah chided the people of God because they listened to false gods and failed to have the light of God in them (Isaiah 8:19-20). Paul wrote, “For it is the God who commanded light to shine out of darkness, who has shone in our hearts to give the light of the knowledge of the glory of God in the face of Jesus Christ” (2 Corinthians 4:6).
The light of God’s word calls for right conduct. John told his children in the faith that they had to walk in the light to have fellowship with God (1 John 1:5-6). Paul wanted the saints to realize light and darkness do not mix (2 Corinthians 6:14). Since light and darkness do not coexist, the apostle issued an appeal. “Therefore ‘Come out from among them And be separate, says the Lord. Do not touch what is unclean, And I will receive you. I will be a Father to you, And you shall be My sons and daughters, Says the Lord Almighty” (2 Corinthians 6:17-18).
There are a number of good things that come out of walking in the light. John states we have fellowship with fellow Christians and continual cleansing through his blood(1 John 1:7). John further says there will be no cause for stumbling in such a man (1 John 2:9-10). Paul similarly wrote Christians would set their minds on heaven, with their lives “hidden with Christ in God” (Colossians 3:1-3).
The light that surrounds us in this world is often a wonder to behold. The light of God’s word and the path it directs us to is even more beautiful. It teaches us to live a righteous life and produces a number of good results. Have you seen the light? If not, open God’s book. It will be all around you.
Gary Hampton