Day 16
Bible Text: Isaiah 9:1-2 NLT
“Nevertheless, that time of darkness and despair will not go on forever. The land of Zebulun and Naphtali will be humbled, but there will be a time (it)…will be filled with glory. The people who walk in darkness will see a great light. For those who live in a land of deep darkness, a light will shine.”
What a great promise! Jesus was, is and will be the fulfillment, and we will witness and experience His glory and light. The people of Isaiah’s day had messed up and brought on the consequences, of darkness. Are we any different? And that’s the very reason for Christ coming, suffering, dying and then rising from the dead. He took on our punishment, so that we, by repenting and placing our faith in Jesus, could experience his glory and light.
What is that? It’s everything we yearn for - his unconditional love and kindness. It’s joy that’s not circumstance-based. It’s a hope that looks forward to what God has promised you. It’s a peace that stills you in the midst of turmoil. When Jesus’ three disciples witnessed Jesus’ radiance, brilliance and glory on the mountain (Mark 9), they wanted to stay there forever! That’s what you and I are going to see very soon, when Jesus returns through the clouds. And FOREVER is His promise to you!
Prayer: Lord, we stand on your promise that you are bringing your glory and light to this dark world of ours. And not just for ourselves, but for those around us - our family, co-workers, classmates, neighbors and friends. Even now, shine your brilliant light into the hearts of all who live in darkness. And start a movement of Light seekers, Lord, in Jesus’ name.
By Pastor Kevin Schuessler
“Nevertheless, that time of darkness and despair will not go on forever. The land of Zebulun and Naphtali will be humbled, but there will be a time (it)…will be filled with glory. The people who walk in darkness will see a great light. For those who live in a land of deep darkness, a light will shine.”
What a great promise! Jesus was, is and will be the fulfillment, and we will witness and experience His glory and light. The people of Isaiah’s day had messed up and brought on the consequences, of darkness. Are we any different? And that’s the very reason for Christ coming, suffering, dying and then rising from the dead. He took on our punishment, so that we, by repenting and placing our faith in Jesus, could experience his glory and light.
What is that? It’s everything we yearn for - his unconditional love and kindness. It’s joy that’s not circumstance-based. It’s a hope that looks forward to what God has promised you. It’s a peace that stills you in the midst of turmoil. When Jesus’ three disciples witnessed Jesus’ radiance, brilliance and glory on the mountain (Mark 9), they wanted to stay there forever! That’s what you and I are going to see very soon, when Jesus returns through the clouds. And FOREVER is His promise to you!
Prayer: Lord, we stand on your promise that you are bringing your glory and light to this dark world of ours. And not just for ourselves, but for those around us - our family, co-workers, classmates, neighbors and friends. Even now, shine your brilliant light into the hearts of all who live in darkness. And start a movement of Light seekers, Lord, in Jesus’ name.
By Pastor Kevin Schuessler
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🙠Amen