Stars In The Sky

Genesis 1:16 & 17 And God made the two great lights – the greater light to rule the day and the lesser light to rule the night – and the stars. And God set them in the expanse of the heavens to give light on the earth,

When was the last time you went someplace at night beyond the lights of civilization and really looked up at the stars? It is startling to see how many stars are really up there in the sky. The stars are up there all the time. It’s just that either the sun, or the lights of civilization obscure our view of all those magnificent stars. If you cannot remember when you last looked, take some time and do so. It is the side of creation we often take for granted. My favorite place to look up at the stars is Lake Powell. You are literally miles and miles from the lights of civilization. Try going there during a meteor shower. WOW!

My little story about looking up at the stars at night has a purpose, and a point. We often have a lot of “things” going on in our lives. These “things” may be our work, our home, our family, our toys. All these “things” are like little bright spots of light that fill our lives and our time. They each demand attention to one degree or another. We could be considered blessed if only one “thing” at a time demanded our full attention.  From my experience that is the exception and not the rule. The problem is when these “things” glow too brightly, they can obscure our view of the true Star of Bethlehem. When our lives become too full, or busy, or chaotic we can lose our ability to fix our eyes on Jesus. We may have too many distractions.  And while each of these “things” may seem to be important, where do they fall in line in comparison to your ability to fix your eyes on Jesus? Ephesians 3 is a wonderful passage to take time out of your busy day and read. It is so expressive and rich in sharing the love the Apostle Paul has for the church in Ephesus and pointing them in his letter towards Christ.  We simply must remember how important it is for us to really look up at the Star of Bethlehem that is Jesus Christ. We must give the world a second chair and reserve the first chair for our Savior. Difficult as that may seem right now, I urge you to fix your eyes on Jesus and to not lose sight of Him. Just think, if you do not start right now, what else could creep into your life that will further hinder your ability to look up at Him as you should? Start now, and beat the rush.

PRAYER: Lord and Giver of Life and Light. Your Son, Jesus Christ is beyond comparison. We stand in awe of His light. He is truly the light and the life. Through Him, and only Him do we come to You the Father. May all praise, honor, and glory go to the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit. One God now and forever, Amen.