It is a dark world.
That doesn’t need much in the way of explanation. What’s all the more disconcerting is that some people prefer it that way. Some revel in what takes place in the dark. Some believe they benefit from that scenario. Whilst making noises about seeking solutions and banishing the darkness, they really contribute to the mess further by their actions.
This darkness kills. Leaves everything ruined. Stumbling and fumbling around as the blind leads the blind all over a ditch. Some people won’t move for fear of what’s around them in the dark. Some people rush headlong into danger for fear of what might get them if they stay still in the dark.
I am the light of the world. Whoever follows me will never walk in darkness, but will have the light of life. (John 8:12 NIV)
Prayer for change is about the desire for light to shine in the darkness. Prayer for change is for the benefits that can be experienced when we live in the light and walk in the light. It is not about dealing with surface issues with whatever we can muster. It’s about highlighting the depth of the issue and noting the spotlight on the steps that can lead to the brighter day available to anyone who wants to live in the light.
This is why the prayer for change starts with me. The claim I make is that I follow the Light of the World. The word from the light of the World informs me that we are the light of the world. A light that was not designed to be snuffed out or shrouded – but a light set up deliberately for others to see.
A light deliberately positioned to show the lonely the way to thriving, loving relationships. A light deliberately located to let the foolish and ignorant realise their foolishness and ignorance and refer to life-giving wisdom. A light deliberately put in a place for the hurting and wounded to see the way to healing.
A light that shines in the darkness makes a great change. A change so needed in this dark world.
Light of the world, shine through me so that can others can see for your glory
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For His Name’s Sake
Shalom
C. L. J. Dryden
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