Be a Light

"In the same way, let your light shine before others, so that they may see your good works and give glory to your Father who is in heaven." Matthew 5:16

If you're anything like me, sometimes the darkness of this world may at times feel overwhelming. Violent images from the media burn themselves into your mind. Times have never felt darker. You worry for the future of your children and dare I say it-- their children.

The signs are all around us. It's clear to most Christians by now that the prophetic end of days are among us, and when it's spoken of, its almost sort of mystical in a way. You get anxious, wondering about the return of your savior, and then the emotion dwindles away. Whatever child-like wonder you felt looking up at the skies imagining his glorious returning is quickly forgotten, and the worries of this world-- financial stresses, family issues, or relationship problems-- resume their place on your shoulders with the rest of the burdens you carry around.

Sure, his returning is going to give us relief, and surely we should find joy in that, but you know what? What about the lost that are left behind? The rapture isn't exactly a happy ending for them! I challenge the true disciples of Christ to change their perspective waiting for his returning. Don't wait for the rapture to relieve you of your burdens. Give your burdens up to God now so that you can serve the kingdom to the best of your ability BEFORE his returning. Don't go up there alone. Bring someone along with you. Be a light.