The light shines in darkness and the darkness has not overcome it. John 1:5
Last night, I saw the first fireflies of the season. I enjoyed the sunset, then night swallowed the shadows. A blinking orb appeared, hovering in the leafy canopy above me. As it grew darker, I noticed a multitude of fireflies and my heart lifted.
The fireflies had been there all along, but in the sunlight, I hadn’t noticed them. It took the blackness for me to discern their presence.
Sometimes, perceiving the light of Jesus requires a dark period. During my teen years, when the world seemed to be my friend, I took His presence for granted. Occasionally, I’d lift a prayer, but I lacked a close, personal relationship with Him. A crisis came, and the threads of my life unraveled in an instant. In fear, I ran to Him and I am thankful for His open arms.
The fireflies’ glow reminds me that the darkness can never overcome me, because Jesus lives in my heart. I pray others may see His light in me – whether there be light or darkness surrounding me.
Prayer: Father, Help me to be like the firefly and shine your light with every breath I take.
