A Lamp and A Light

 I remember memorizing verses in GA's growing up. One of my favorites was found in Psalm 119:105; "Thy word is a lamp unto my feet, and a light unto my path."  
     If I had to describe God's word, it would be that His Word guides me; it directs my path and lights my life. In any situation, I have God's word to tell me how to think, act, and do.  

     I envision a large beam shining all around me, but yet as I focus on His Word, the beam narrows ever so small toward the right path to follow.  

A Lamp Unto My Feet

One of my favorite verses comes from Psalm 119:105, “Thy word is a lamp unto my feet, and a light unto my path.”  I was reminded of it this morning when I read one of my devotionals which talked about chaotic moments in life and what truly gives us peace.

     I can testify to that in my everyday life when I consider the temporary satisfaction from shopping sprees, vacations, and so much more. These are short-lived and temporary pleasures. They don’t last! What really gives me long-term pleasure comes from God; His path and His light!

Shine The Light

     "Is a lamp brought to be put under a basket or under a bed?" (Mark 4:21)  Here we find that Jesus is the light and He is not to be hidden:  He is to be seen and known.  We are to show His light in our lives.  However, I believe I am not only responsible to show God's light through sharing the gospel, but I am to show His light in my service to others.
     I forget, often, that in my service to others I should do it in love and not through a sense of obligation.  When I stop complaining about "what I have to do" but rather enjoy the moments spent in helping when needed, I can gain fulfillment and shine my own light.  When I get over the selfishness of "time" taken away from my own plans I can find rewards in the moment.