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As the Advent season draws near I can think of nothing more relevant and inspiring for me, personally, than the study of Light. I came across this discourse on Light from a trusted author that I have followed for many years and it correlates exceptionally well into this space leading into my daily Advent devotions. I am providing the link to this study at the end of this post.
This time spent in the study of Light can be seen as an antidote to the darkness, and despair of the world and can also serve as an individual elixir to one's own personal darkness you may find yourself working through. The study of Light can change everything and help to remind all of us of God's eternal light that will never be put out and also help us be reminded of His name, Yahweh Nissi, "The Lord is my Banner." Banners were carried at the head of ancient armies or on a high hill to serve as a rallying point for troops during battle or to announce a victory already won. Studying the name of Yahweh Nissi and the correlation it holds to the scripture is a very worthy endeavor. Recently we watched a series called "All the Light We Cannot See". This series is set in the final days of WWII and tells the story of a blind French girl and a young German soldier whose paths cross as they both follow the path of the hidden "light" amongst overwhelming darkness. Among many lessons found in the story, there is the profound picture of an enduring "light" held within and not visible to the physical eye which connects those who carry it even in the insanity of the darkest times. How much we need Light in this fallen world. The Light of the gospel shining forth from within those who carry it acts as a beacon of hope to all those who walk in darkness no matter their state of being and no matter their reception of that light. We cannot falter in being light-bearers and we cannot allow the light within us to dim. As I approach this Advent season and the study of the Light of the World coming, I will also, not only be anticipating the second advent, but reminding myself to look, as a rallying cry, to Yahweh Nissi ~ The Lord is my Banner. "The name of the Lord is a strong tower; the righteous man runs into it and is safe." Proverbs 18:10 ESV Here is the link to Donna Snow's study of What is Light? www.artesianministries.org/faith/what-is-light-biblical-and-spiritual-characteristics/?fbclid=IwAR3Z1C9Ufjf1GMYcrXoK79EBfqM4hRYPrlHkmJ8zgeLLOw5cxhyeQG4JPww
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