Discipleship

February 12, 2021

Scripture Reading:
2 Corinthians 4:3-6
And even if our gospel is veiled, it is veiled to those who are perishing. In their case the god of this world has blinded the minds of the unbelievers, to keep them from seeing the light of the gospel of the glory of Christ, who is the image of God. For we do not proclaim ourselves; we proclaim Jesus Christ as Lord and ourselves as your slaves for Jesus’ sake. For it is the God who said, ‘Let light shine out of darkness’, who has shone in our hearts to give the light of the knowledge of the glory of God in the face of Jesus Christ.

We have received the calling to let light shine out of darkness as we deal with all the chaos in our world today. COVID playing out amid political upheaval with record breaking bad weather is a true test for our souls. Such responsibility requires us to dwell mightily with the Lord who must refine us, purify us so that we are an open window to the light of God’s love not heavy curtains blacking out all that is of God.

First, we must do nothing for our own gain.  The gift of justice is equity for all.

Second, we must truly learn how to walk humbly with our Lord (Micah 6:8) while vigorously seeking justice and mercy for all.

Third, we must fully comprehend that our work for the fulfillment of God’s Kingdom in our world means living in peace and harmony with those who fight against us in our work for justice. It is heartbreaking to see people vote against their own best interest regarding accessible, affordable health care, living-wage jobs, or quality education for their children. They are being distracted by ideas, often myths, that hardly, if ever, positively impact them. Some of which are a danger to themselves and others.

Prayer: Lord of Light, illuminate us in our quest to share your love throughout our world. Purify us and prepare us to reflect your light in all we do. Amen.

All scriptures are quoted from the New Revised Standard Version Bible: Anglicized Edition, copyright 1989, 1995, Division of Christian Education of the National Council of Churches of Christ in the United States of America. Used by permission. All rights are reserved.