Day 3: True light reveals truth and repels darkness.

The light of Christ has a discerning quality; it helps us distinguish between what is real and what is false. This world is full of artificial lights that promise much but ultimately fail and grow dim. True light is often repulsive to those who prefer to hide their deeds in darkness, but it is beautiful to those who seek truth. It lovingly reveals our imperfections not to condemn us, but to show us our need for His grace and covering.

“And this is the judgment: the light has come into the world, and people loved the darkness rather than the light because their deeds were evil.” (John 3:19, ESV)

Reflection: Is there an aspect of your life or a relationship you have been keeping in the ‘shadows’ because you fear what the light of Christ might reveal? What is one step you can take to invite His truthful and gracious light into that area?