Glow, Shine, & Sparkle!

No one lights a lamp and puts it in a place where it will be hidden, or under a bowl. Instead they put it on its stand, so that those who come in may see the light. Luke 11:33

Hi sweet friends,

Today we are in Luke where Jesus is talking about light. We know about light and darkness. We see it in our everyday lives. Light illuminates the darkness. And of course, Jesus is The Light. Jesus and His truth must not be hidden. We must live in a way that Jesus is seen by others. That's what verse 33 is saying.

In Luke 11:34-36, Jesus goes on to say, "Your eye is the lamp of your body. When your eye is healthy, your whole body is full of light, but when it is bad, your body is full of darkness. Therefore be careful lest the light in you be darkness. If then your whole body is full of light, having no part of dark, it will be wholly bright, as when a lamp with its rays gives you light." What does this mean? I think it is talking about our response to Jesus. If we see Jesus for who He is- the Son of God, the Savior of the world, then we are filled with His light. If we do not see Him for who He is, then we remain in darkness. In verse 35, Jesus cautions us about the light in us being darkness. There are many things in this world that are bright and attractive. And they may keep us from seeing the True Light. If we are seeking the world's "light" instead of Jesus, we will be filled with darkness.

John Piper said, "Christ is the glory we were made to see. His light alone will fill us and give the light of life and meaning to every part of our lives. And when that happens, we ourselves will shine and give off the rays of Christ." So, my friends, glow! Shine! Sparkle Him out to all you meet!

Page Details: I used the Shine Your Light set from Sweet 'n Sassy Stamps. I used watercolor crayons and a white pen as well.

Have a blessed Thanksgiving! Andrea