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Light your world
When the Son of God entered the world scene, like the first rays of light
piercing the darkness as they explode each morning over the horizon, a new era
of hope, peace, joy, love, and abundant life dawned for humanity. Jesus
announced the end of Satan's tyranny and the beginning of divine
empowerment for all who submitted to His Lordship.
With the birth of Christ came a new world order. The Prince of Peace came to
declare peace between God and mankind, and as a result, within the heart of
each individual person. "God's peace, which exceeds anything we
can understand will guard your hearts and minds as you live in Christ
Jesus" (Philippians 4:7 NLT)--and as He lives in you.
As you celebrate the birth of
Emmanuel--"God-With-Us"--don't forget to celebrate
God-Within-You as well. The birth of Christ within you is the greatest
hope the world has today of seeing God's glory. Break forth on your own
world scene and declare peace. So let your light shine before others as you
decree, "Let there be light!!" for "the glory of the Lord is
risen upon you!" (Isaiah 60:1). As God's image-bearer, enforce a
new order in your world.
As you celebrate the King of kings reigning among and within the people of
the earth, remember it is only as you fix your mind on His goodness,
faithfulness, and love that He will establish and keep you in His perfect
peace. (See Isaiah 26:3.) Peace in the world begins with peace in the heart.
You have the power to light up your home by lighting up your own heart!
Rejoice! "Again I say, Rejoice!" (Philippians 4:4).
"The light has come!" (John 3:19). "Old things have
passed away; behold, all things have become new!" (2 Corinthians
5:17). With the birth of Christ, comes a celebration of putting away the former
things and being mindful and expectant of the better things yet to come! It is
a time to celebrate hope and new life. It is the season of new beginnings! It
is the Season of Light!
As you reflect over the past year, thank God for His peace and His glory at
work in you--and as you look toward the year ahead, ask Him to increase your
capacity to manifest that peace and glory in your family, workplace, and
community.
Go on, light up your world!
--Cindy Trimm
--Cindy Trimm
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