Week 26 2013 Sonshine

Currently, we have been enjoying sunny weather.  It has been a little balmy in New England, but after so much rain during May and June, the sun is nice to see.  Having grown up in Sacramento, California, we are not really used to rain in the summer.  As we travel the country, it has become abundantly clear that our youthful experience is in the minority.  So, we are adjusting.  The rain is often followed with warm, humid air.  It’s uncomfortable, but air-conditioning makes it bearable.  The primary benefit is the sun.  Not that we are sun worshipers, quite the opposite.  Rather, we are son worshipers.

It’s all about the light.  Light overcomes the darkness, exposing the beauty of God’s creation.  Following a storm, the sun brings out all the vibrant colors.  The creek behind our motor home is flowing faster, providing soothing music for the soul.  The sunlight generously gives of itself so that plants can grow and flowers bloom.  The sky is blue and the clouds are white.  The consummate beauty can be enjoyed by all who will take the time to appreciate it.  However, for many, it’s just another day.  They miss a blessing that is free for all.

The Son also provides light, exposing the awesome beauty of God’s grace.  Again, this light is a gift that can be enjoyed by all who will take the time to appreciate it.  Unfortunately, there are many who miss this blessing, not understanding this free gift of love.  The primary difference between this Son and earth’s son is that we can have His light 24/7!  “This is the message we have heard from him and declare to you: God is light; in him there is no darkness at all. If we claim to have fellowship with him and yet walk in the darkness, we lie and do not live out the truth. But if we walk in the light, as he is in the light, we have fellowship with one another, and the blood of Jesus, his Son, purifies us from all sin.

If we claim to be without sin, we deceive ourselves and the truth is not in us. If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just and will forgive us our sins and purify us from all unrighteousness. If we claim we have not sinned, we make him out to be a liar and his word is not in us.” 1 John 1:5-10