Aglow!

Some people appear to have money to burn. Others seem to have time to burn. However, with regard to time the point has been made that “The person with time to burn never gave the world any light.”

I remember the first time I ever saw fireflies (while visiting relatives in Pennsylvania) how intriguing the sight was. I had read about them and seen pictures, but to witness their wonder with my own eyes as a youth was an awesome experience. Watching them, I noticed it was not while sitting still that the glowing took place. Rather, it was while the fireflies were involved in ACTIVITY that the glowing occurred. We need to recognize the same about ourselves.

After pointing to light’s usefulness by being placed where it illuminates its surroundings, Jesus encouraged ACTION in the following words:
“In the same way, let your light shine before others, so that they MAY SEE YOUR GOOD WORKS AND GIVE GLORY TO YOUR FATHER WHO IS IN HEAVEN.”
( Matthew 5:16 ESV)

We are not here just to burn time, but to be involved in ACTION to the glory of God. Perhaps we sense a spark of good intentions within us. Without it producing any ACTION how will anyone know? We may even feel a burning desire to be involved in various acts of service or types of mission. However, if desire remains sitting within, what benefit does it provide? It is through ACTIVE service and WORKS to the glory of God that the greatest light is produced from our life. May we recognize our purpose for living, allowing the light of our ACTIONS to catch the attention of those around us in ways that they will give glory to the God we serve.

Have a great day ACTIVELY GENERATING ILLUMINATION!
Carl

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