Walking in the Light

Midweek Study with Pastor Edith
December 5, 2023
1 John 1:5-7

Have you noticed how early it gets dark in the evening and how long it stays dark in the morning? Now I realize this is nothing new for the region in which I live, but it still surprises me how quickly winter sets in around here. That’s why it is such a joy for me to see all the Christmas lights on homes and stores. Our little town square has a gathering place that has many trees and a gazebo all covered in beautiful lights. It’s hard to keep my eyes on the road as I drive past it.

Our scripture for today reminds us of the importance of walking in the light of Christ’s love; “This is the message we have heard from him and declare to you: God is light; and in him there is no darkness at all. If we claim to have fellowship with him yet walk in the darkness, we lie and do not live by the truth. But if we walk in the light, as he is in the light, we have fellowship with one another, and the blood of Jesus, his Son, purifies us from all sin”.

Isn’t it good to know that God is never in darkness. Jesus is the light of the world and his Holy Spirit is our guide. My prayer for us; “Gracious God, thank you for sending us the light of the world in your son our Savior, Jesus Christ. Thank you for leaving your Holy Spirit with us to guide us in loving you and loving others more and more each day. Please forgive us when we step away from the light of your love and cut someone short with our words or actions. In your mercy, show us the way and please help us to walk in the light so we can find greater fellowship with you and the people among which you place us. In the mighty name of Jesus we pray and in the power of the Holy Spirit, may we gratefully receive all that you would have us to have.”

Amen!