God's Light
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And God Saw the Light
By C.H. Spurgeon0GEN 1:3PSA 139:12MAT 5:14JHN 8:12ROM 8:382CO 4:6EPH 5:8PHP 1:62TI 2:191JN 1:5C.H. Spurgeon emphasizes the goodness of the light that God has created and His special attention to it, noting that God sees the light in believers with pleasure and complacency. He reassures that even when believers struggle to see their own light due to sin and despair, God always recognizes it as His handiwork. This divine observation brings comfort, as it assures believers that their light is preserved by God's grace, regardless of their feelings of darkness. Spurgeon highlights that the light within is a promise of the eternal day to come, where God's glory will be fully revealed.
The Light of His Countenance
By Andrew Murray0PSA 27:1PSA 89:15JHN 1:5Andrew Murray emphasizes the significance of God's light in our lives, comparing it to the daily rising of the sun that illuminates our path. He encourages believers to turn to God and trust in His light, which is essential for spiritual nourishment and guidance. Just as we rely on the sun for physical light, we must seek the heavenly light of God's countenance each morning to experience His presence throughout the day. Murray reminds us that it is God's desire for us to dwell in His light and rejoice in His blessings. By communing with God, we can ensure that His light shines upon us, leading to a joyful and fulfilling life.