Forty-seven years ago, two humans first stood on the moon.
July 20, 1969 offered an historic opportunity for perspective. Many folks saw an opportunity to look toward the stars. Others turned and gazed homeward.
The shining blue Earth reminded me of a curious bit of advice I saw recently. The author suggested if you want to grow and learn you must “Get out of your own light.”
Sounds sort of profound, huh? There’s only one teeny, tiny flaw in the logic. You and I are just like that bright blue Earth… we have no light of our own. The Earth only reflects the sun’s light.
We only reflect the light of Jesus.
We can’t “get out of our own light.” We can, however, turn toward the Light.
If we reflect Jesus’ light, we become a beacon shining in the darkness. We show people the way as surely as that small reflective disc guided explorers home.
“You are the light of the world. A town built on a hill cannot be hidden. Neither do people light a lamp and put it under a bowl. Instead they put it on its stand, and it gives light to everyone in the house. In the same way, let your light shine before others, that they may see your good deeds and glorify your Father in heaven.” (Matthew 5:14-16)
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Rich is an author and speaker. He is the author of:
Relentless Grace: God’s Invitation To Give Hope Another Chance. Visit his web site www.relentlessgrace.com