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“"Reflecting His Glory"”

Thoughts for Today:

Jesus said in John 8:12, "I am the light of the world. Whoever follows me will never walk in darkness, but will have the light of life." Then in Matthew 5:14, He said, "You are the light of the world." So which is it? Is He the light of the world or are we? Are there two sources of light?

Think about it like this: If a lamp was turned on in a dark room, the surrounding area would be lit. And if a person was standing near the lamp, they would become visible as well. Not because they were the source of the light, but because they reflected the illumination of the lamp. What if an object came between the person and the lamp? The source of the light wouldn't be extinguished, however the person would no longer reflect the light of the lamp because something was in the way.

The same thing can be true for us when we allow the passions, pursuits, and troubles of this world to move into our lives in such a way that they become an obstruction to the Light of our Savior. And conversely, if we look at Jesus -- without the impediment of the world and its barriers -- then His reflection will be clear in our lives.

Paul says in our passage today that we are simply "jars of clay." The thing that makes us valuable is the treasure we hold inside. In fact, it is our very dustiness and earthiness that cause people to be so much more impressed with the beauty, power and grace of Jesus. The source can only be from God -- not us. But how do we make certain we are continuing to reflect His glory? By not letting anything in this world get in the way.

Questions to Ponder:

The treasure Paul speaks of is the Light of God, alive in us through Jesus Christ. Paul says it another way in Colossians 1:27b: "Christ in you, the hope of glory." Are you reflecting the light of Jesus? Is there something causing a shadow in your life? Have you let the concerns and distractions of this world interfere with His Light? Will you re-direct your focus upon Him?

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About the author

Pocket Devotions are written by Mike Brooks. A retired businessman, he is Moderator of South Shores church, leads the Deacon Board, serves on the finance committee, and he teaches a Men's Bible study and the Men's Ministry. Mike has a passion for evangelical missions. He is the husband of Sherry; the father of Ryan, Natalie, Krissy, Rebecca, and Amanda; the father-in-law of Ariel; and the grandfather of Conner and Christian.