Light in the Darkness

2 Corinthians 4:3-6

If the Good News we preach is hidden behind a veil, it is hidden only from people who are perishing.  Satan, who is the god of this world, has blinded the minds of those who don't believe.  They are unable to see the glorious light of the Good News.  They don't understand this message about the glory of Christ, who is the exact likeness of God.  You see, we don't go around preaching about ourselves.  We preach that Jesus Christ is Lord, and we ourselves are your servants for Jesus' sake.  For God, who said, "Let there be light in the darkness,", has made this light shine in our hearts so we could know the glory of God that is seen in the face of Jesus Christ.


Thought for the Day
God's creative power is seen in many ways, but it is very evident each morning at sunrise: the darkness is dispelled, even on a cloudy day.  Advent declares that God's power is also seen in the coming of Jesus to the world.  According to the Apostle Paul, God gives light to the world through Jesus, which in turn reveals to us the glory of God.  The light Jesus gives shows us how to live in a dark world without stumbling.


Today's ADVENTure
As the sun goes down this evening and darkness returns, give thanks to God, who gives light to the world.