Word for the day "Light Lessons of Lord"

Psalm 119:105(KJV) Thy word is a lamp to my feet and a light to my pathWe live in a world where the flip of a switch instantly lightens or darkens a room. The lamps in biblical times, on the other hand, burned brightly but required proper tending. If not cared for, they would become a dwindling flame. God’s Word uses the metaphor of a lamp to teach us about guidance for our lives. And it provides the opportunity for some graphic applications of this teaching. In fact, I retired from the utility industry and really see this life teaching and hopefully will make some impartation in today’s message!Earnestly seeking the clear teaching of God’s Word allows the lamp to burn brightly, and enables us to stay on the path. When we fail to acknowledge our theological bias and limited perspective, the light lessens and our path becomes twisted. The lamp flickers when form replaces function and traditions push aside the commandments of God. The light dims when we stay away from God’s Word and the fellowship of believers. It goes out when we serve another master, and that’s whatever replaces God in our lives.Sometimes we overlook the obvious: God’s will is expressed by His Word. As a child, I didn’t struggle with knowing my earthly father’s will. He clearly expressed it to me. I learned early on that we lived together peacefully if I was quick to obey. Being a city kid, it made sense to help my father establish his kingdom (the family rules). The family rules help me know from basic learning that we reap what we sow. Yet I wonder how many Christians realize that what they are presently sowing in the kingdom of God is what they will reap for all eternity.God’s will is revealed to us in His Word. There is no substitute for being “diligent to present yourself approved to God as a workman who does not need to be ashamed, handling accurately the word of truth” (2 Timothy 2:15). The Bible is a light to your path towards the Lord and in this life!Prayer: Father, don’t let anything enter my life today that would dim Your glorious light. I choose today in this moment to find my way by the light of Your Word. Help us always to find your light in the dark places of this life in Christ name, Amen!Our Leadership team is especially thankful for those of you who provided financial donations and support in the month of February 2018 by partnering with us in efforts to advance the kingdom of God in this 21st century season: Special thanks to Mr. William Wilson, Ms. Annette Straker, Mr. Kenneth Washington, Ms. Gloria Teel and Gertrude Scott. Why don’t you take the opportunity to write us on our blog and let us know how we are doing in serving you Great people, we’d love to hear from you!Follow me on Twitter @Elder James Baker, as I endeavor to encourage and empower leaders of today and tomorrow! Kingdom Blessings,Pastor James Baker, Jr.Thank you for using the Word Cup devotionals brought to you through Grace and Truth Leadership on (Word press). We are a faith-based, donor-supported ministry. If you have been touched by these daily devotionals, and would like to make a monthly pledge or a special gift of any amount, please use the link below to give as the Lord leads. Thank you so much! http://www.graceandtruthleadership.org/#!donate/vv9e2