THE GLORY OF GOD

Don't you just love those sparkly women's blouses which are so popular today? Take a common fabric like a light jersey blend, add some colored sequins or other bling, and voila.....instant party! Such dazzle used to be reserved for expensive evening wear but now t-shirts sprinkled with glimmer and glitz can brighten up the most ordinary of days and occasions.

 On pondering the appeal of this shimmering daily wear, I can't help but think it has something to do with our inner spirit. There is a longing in each of us to stand out a little, to shine, to feel special and yes even regal. It is the same inherent wellspring which causes every little girl to yearn to be a princess. I think this is because we were created to reflect the glory of God. His Spirit and presence within us reveal His glory through us. We are mere earthen vessels. Yet when we crucify our flesh and feed our souls with the manna of God's Word and will, we shine with the light of His splendor. 

I truly feel that we are in the last of the last of days. The world around us is getting spiritually and morally darker and darker. I also sense that God is calling His people to illuminate and penetrate the sinister realm about us with His Spirit and His love. As we fortify our hearts with God's Word, praise and worship Him, listen for His voice and obey Him consistently, we will gleam and glisten with the glory of His presence.

We can be beacon lights offering hope and healing to a lost and dying world. 

Heavenly Father, may we be used to help bring in the end time harvest as we yield to Your Spirit and show forth Your glory.

"Arise, shine, for your light has come, 

and the glory of the Lord
has risen upon you."  

Isaiah 60:1

 Written by 

Cathy Friberg