You are the light of the world. A city set
on a hill cannot be hid. Nor do men light a lamp and put it under a bushel, but
on a stand, and it gives light to all in the house. Let your light so shine
before men, that they may see your good works and give glory to your Father who
is in heaven.
He shall judge between the nations and shall
decide for many peoples; and they shall beat their swords into plowshares, and their spears into pruning
hooks; nations shall not lift up sword against nation, neither shall they learn
war anymore. O house of Jacob, come, let
us walk in the light of the Lord.
I recently heard a speaker talk about the difference between
the darkness and the light. He said that in the full light it is hard to see
the darkness. It is hard to see the light of a candle in the full light.
However, he noted that in the darkness, even the light of one candle is easy to
see. In this time of darkness with Russia invading the Ukraine, it is hard to
see the light—but listening to the news, the light is shining bright with
countries like Poland welcoming over a million refugees with food and shelter
and safety. We are reminded to pray not just for our allies, but also for our
enemies. Please pray for the people of Ukraine during this dark time, but also
pray that the hearts of those in Russia who dwell in the darkness will be
softened and that they will embrace peace rather than war.
Prayer: Heavenly Father, your Son, Jesus, is known as the prince of peace. Remind us to pray during this time of darkness to return to the light of peace. Give those in danger the knowledge that you will not abandon them. Bless those walking in the light of the Lord, caring for the stranger, and giving love and safety to those in their care. Amen
Nancy Hall
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