Who needs a lamp when there is The Light?

I don't know why, but I continue to be blown away that it is Friday already! Only a few of these left in 2016! Let's end the year strong and in The Word. READ and/or LISTEN to what God has to share with us today.

Our Gospel (John 5:33-36) is a short one today, yet powerful as always.

John the Baptist had quite a following. He was a shining light and paved the way for the coming of Jesus. He preached to repent and turn to God because the Kingdom of Heaven was near.

People were willing to listen to and believe John's testimony, even though it was coming from a man. They were willing to believe John and follow him, but they didn't want to hear the testimony that was far greater than John's, the testimony that was coming from God through His power and authority. They didn't want to see Jesus for who He was and what he was testifying to.

Jesus wasn't looking to tear John down, but to explain that He is who John was preparing the way for. I love the Daily Meditation and reflection I read. It pointed out that Jesus refers to John as a lamp. A lamp can't light itself. A lamp is used to help people see in the dark and guide them through darkness. John did this, he was guiding people through the darkness and bringing them to the Light, but not on his own power. He was guiding them to Jesus. Jesus isn't just a lamp. He doesn't need to borrow power to be lit, He is The Light.

God wants to be Light to you. He wants to reveal himself to you. He tries to show you every day that He is with you, that He has plans for you and that He loves you. Don't harden your hearts and miss him. Don't be looking to follow others who are suppose to lead you to Him and then miss him! Humble yourself to God and allow His light to shine bright through the darkness.