Steven Schlesselman (Oklahoma, USA)
Jesus said, “I am the light of the world: he that followeth me shall not walk in darkness, but shall have the light of life.” - John 8:12 (KJV)
After nearly 100 years, the beautiful stained-glass windows in our church needed repair. Plywood panels temporarily fill the empty spaces, and our sanctuary is much dimmer now. We’re not sure how long the repairs will take, but we look forward to once again seeing the glorious hues of the windows in our sanctuary.
Sometimes I allow my own outlook to become dimmed by the condition of the world. It’s disturbing and almost overwhelming — the wars, injustice, poverty, crime, prejudice, and religious and political strife. So many problems seem to darken the world; many seem to have no solutions.
However, just as I know the sun will once again shine brilliantly through our stained-glass windows, scripture assures me of the promise that one day all will be revealed. The apostle Paul wrote in 1 Corinthians 13:12 that we are seeing things “through a glass, darkly” but that one day all truth will become clear. T
hrough faith and hope we anxiously anticipate the fulfillment of God’s promise that one day we will understand and live in God’s Holy Light.
When the world seems dark, I will look to Jesus, the Light of the world.
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