The Light that Never Fails

I was reading Oswald Chambers this morning when I came across these powerful words:

"In the early stages of the Christian life, disappointments will come— people who used to be lights will flicker out, and those who used to stand with us will turn away. We have to get so used to it that we will not even realize we are standing alone. Paul said, ". . . no one stood with me, but all forsook me . . . . But the Lord stood with me and strengthened me . . ." (2 Timothy 4:16-17 ). We must build our faith not on fading lights but on the Light that never fails."

How often have we attached ourselves to people who were stronger than we were only to see them fade away? Or maybe you have trusted in someones insights, wisdom, and zeal and then they suddenly fall away. Regardless of who is was or what the circumstances may have been - there is a Light that Never Fails!

We must be careful to follow closely to the true Light in our lives - Jesus Christ. People will disappoint, discourage, and demean us. However, Jesus will never leave or forsake you. He's in this for the long haul.

The picture of the lighthouse is so fitting when we think of the light of Christ in our lives. A lighthouse is to be a beacon of safety, warning, and guidance. In the bright light of the day we may not see it's light but we know that it is there. And in the darkest of night we will see its light shining. Jesus is our light in the darkness. He is our comfort and guide in the storms of life. He is our lighthouse of safety. You can always trust in Him.

The great thing about trusting in the true Light of Jesus is that He has placed this light within us. The Holy Spirit of God illuminates God's Word so that we may have instruction and understand truth. He warns of the impending dangers that we face. He guides us to the places of safety. And He is a light that will never burn out.

Sure there are times we may have difficulty in seeing the light. However, whenever we are determined to find His light it will be found. Be careful that you don't cover the inward light of His guidance. Be sure that you never replace the light with a cheaper version (people, self confidence, intuition). Always trust in the light that He gives.

Remember that you can always trust His light because you can trust the Source!

In the darkness of night - He shines.
In the raging of storms - He guides.
Whatever my lot
Whatever my fear
Jesus is always near!