The Light of Dawn

Hi! Here we are yet again with the dawn of a new year. A chance to live better by embracing the joy in the now. The light of life that personally keeps my soul at rest. Yes, we encounter various challenges. Troubling times that leaves one disheartened. Nonetheless, the good news is to live in the person of Christ is to anchor to hope eternal. A faithful help that is present most especially in my moments of weakness. And strengthens with the touch of his love. All I have to do is posture my heart to receive. I recall seeking joy in things and people but each time it just wasn’t enough. However, by grace we have the gift of life that constantly shines just like the light of dawn and ever so brilliantly.

On The Good

On my last post The good, I promised to share more on the faithfulness of God. His everlasting kindness that lights the path I walk. Drawing near to him brings to light the depth of his grace. The power given to us through faith and love in Christ. The true light of dawn! Have you experienced a love so deep that continuously ignites your soul? One not limited to a season but present each moment of life. Wouldn’t you thirst for more? I sure do and certainly won’t settle for less of an abundance. He first loved us and was obedient to the cross. Now, it’s our choice to receive and trust the voice of love that desires the best for you and I.

I was once blind to my imperfection in thinking that I could perfectly guide my own path. I journeyed life by the blend of self, culture, law, and organized religion which did me no favor. Neither did it yield any righteousness nor peace. Rather, it deepened my ignorance. Kept in the dark and deceived by my selfish desires. For someone who doesn’t like to remain stagnant I definitely was blind to the limitations brought on by my insecurities. Which were joy depleting if I must say. And no matter how much I tried on my own to navigate past those limiting feelings, I never did. But then comes the person of Jesus. Who, if one allows his light dawn in their heart he supernaturally brightens every part by the way of peace.

The extent of the peace of God in our lives is dependent on our obedience. I don’t know it all but I realized that at times we’re unwilling to yield to that which brings us peace. God is faithful so it’s a matter of mistrust on our end in the relationship. Or it might be lack of understanding to the way of God to that of man. However, the beauty is with intimacy comes clarity. Plus, he encourages and strengthens with each step through the generous out pour of his love. He saves, heals, restores, redeems, refines all by the way of love. You want proof, let him love you! Psalm 55:18 says, “He hath delivered my soul in peace from the battle that was against me; for there were many with me”. Oh yes, he did! Even those out of mind he still brings to light.

Refining Light

To provide more context to the verse above here is a quick snapshot of my struggles. For there were many indeed against me as I walked by the way of the world. If acquainted, you would attest to the rudeness, anger, lust, or whatever visible broken piece of myself you encountered. However, I want to focus on the battle that can’t be seen. Of which I will highlight one of the insecurities that kept me trapped in fear. The lie I entertained for long which is opposite the truth of the word. But thank God for the light of dawn that shined in my heart. And also for keeping my heart aflame and my spirit in praise.

Yes, I was zealous for the things I wanted. So confident in myself yet it didn’t stop me from believing that I was less or insignificant. I know i’m different and if you get to know more of me the deeper you experience my uniqueness. So, with that in mind I felt ashamed at times in some particular settings. For so long I lived with the fear of not fitting in or belonging. I found myself struggling with the need to compensate in order to fit in or perhaps liked. This was going on internally and It’s so sad for a person to live this way. To journey life with a troubled mind, in constant worry, and in doubt of their identity. Which is absolutely not normal but evil.

A brokenness that no amount of wealth or power could ever heal. I tried with the strength of my hands as I simultaneously subjected myself further to the patterns of the world. To say the least, my effort was in vain. Simply because you can’t heal darkness with darkness. We need light and his name is Jesus! He is the perfect One that supernaturally refines our life by the way of love. Intimately he reveals the beauty of our inmost being to that of the Father. The light of dawn that shines within us and through us. An unquenchable light that brings out the beauty and uniqueness from person to person. Indeed the greatest beauty i’ve ever known and to behold! It is an honor to belong to him and with that in mind my heart is glad.

Love Lights

“And God said, “Let there be light”, and there was light. And God saw that the light was good and separated the light from the darkness” Genesis 1:3-4. It’s all in the beginning. The creative way God works things to beauty with the power of his spoken word! Which is the Spirit of God we receive by faith in Jesus. You and I are spirit beings created in his image. However, in order to reflect his likeness we have to allow him light our inmost being. By abiding in him as he abides in us but if one chooses not, they walk in darkness. Without light in their inner world and deaf to the voice of God that speaks life and truth in us. I struggled once to recognize his voice not that I have perfected it but with deeper intimacy I am known by him.

He knows our thoughts and hidden pain. 1st John 4:18, “There is no fear in love, but perfect love casts out fear. For fear has to do with punishment, and whoever fears has not been perfected in love”. Everything starts and ends with the love of Christ. We have the grace to overcome all strongholds. All we have to do is let love work in us and through us by fully surrendering to its way. Moreover, he is a faithful and compassionate God who only delights in our joy. I still have moments of fear. However, the difference is not to rest in fear. Meaning, do not let fear control your actions or inactions. Rather, draw nearer to love and his glory is revealed as he lights the path you walk.

Restful Soul

Healing is a step journey. In the process there are moments of discomfort but if you hold on to the hope found in Christ, there is no lack. In my journey there have been times of suffering, trials, and tears lots of them (presence of God is unusual). However, the beauty is in my weakness I am strong. That which looked mighty to overcome quickly becomes insignificant by the grace of my God. I did ask for some discomforts to be removed. But, he loves me so much to take his hands off my life. I would rather be disciplined than remain with impurities and imposed limitations. And I know he loves you much as well! There’s nothing compared to the love of Christ. He is beautiful and I can scream at the top of my lungs how beautiful he truly is!

So, I hope my writing enlightens your heart by the way of love. It cost nothing to believe in Jesus or if you already do dig deeper in intimacy with him. Of which you gain peace, joy, overwhelming love, and abundant life. A restful sou! If you have questions, he has answers! I actually do believe questions open up the door for deeper intimacy if only we seek more in humility. Then watch as he fills you up with insight and understanding. He did it for me! God longs for us more than we can imagine so I say yield to the Spirit and let his light dawn in your heart. I testify of his goodness and I hope this post leads you to the light -Jesus. Since, he is the only One that can fully enlighten our heart. Not me, family, friends, but Christ himself! Remain blessed 🙏🏾.