Colossians 1:13
He has rescued us from the power of darkness and transferred us into the kingdom of his beloved Son.
Water main breaks, sewer blockages, downed traffic signals and street lights, plus storms of all sorts… snow, rain, and wind. Quite often my job requires that I assemble a crew to respond to these types of urgent situations. While there is much to consider when preparing to tackle the job at hand, a big part of determining when to proceed is darkness. I know that the hazards increase exponentially the longer the crew works into the night and I look to minimize that risk by postponing the work, whenever possible, until the sun rises.
Unfortunately, I too often fail to apply that practice to my spiritual life, forging ahead into the darkness and suffering the hazards that distance me from God’s will in my life. In turning from the light, I undoubtedly end up somewhere other than where I know God wants me to be.
It is at the communion rail, in His body and blood, that I am reminded that the Son did rise up to rescue me so that I can join Him in His kingdom.
John Nicholas
P.S. If you’re reading this, you’re rescued too.
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