At the very beginning of creation, God declared…
This beginning
of the Bible passage shows us a glimpse of the first the use or reference of
light in the Bible. During His ministry, Jesus Himself declared that He was the
light of the world.
We must quickly carry out the tasks
assigned us by the one who sent us. The night is coming, and then no one can
work. But while I am here in the world, I am the light of the world. John 9:4-5 (Underlined for emphasis.)
Jesus spoke to the people once more
and said, "I am the light of the world. If you follow me, you won't have
to walk in darkness, because you will have the light that leads to life." John 8:12
He tells
us that we can have the light of the world that leads to life…everlasting
life…if we believe in Him.
Even in the Old Testament it is recognized that the LORD—being Jesus—lights up the darkness. David knew. God inspired him to write about his relationship to the LORD. David had been through some deep struggles, and he was acknowledging the LORD’s help. Being a light—in that day it wasn’t an electric light, but a clay lamp--David received help and strength as he was rescued by the LORD. Rescued. Set free. Jesus does that for all of us. He rescues us from the miry pit and from our enemies. Are you following the light...Jesus?
You
light a lamp for me. The LORD, my God, lights up my darkness. Psalm 18:28
He
is a light to reveal God to the nations, and he is the glory of your people
Israel! Luke
2:32
Prayer
– LORD God, thank you for Your wisdom and now for Your protection, compassion,
mercy and grace. Please continue to heal physically and spiritually those who are struggling with health
issues, healing from surgeries, and even from addiction. We give You the glory for the food we're receive God is good.
Meditate.
Consider the influence of light in your life.
Verse
of Salvation ~ A psalm of David. The LORD is my light and my salvation--so why
should I be afraid? The LORD is my fortress, protecting me from danger, so why
should I tremble? Psalm
27:1
Friday’s Feast at the King’s Table
We’ve
seen that plants grow better in combinations. Turns out that vegetables also
have “flavor-mates.” I ran across an old newspaper article that indicates some
good herb combinations for specific vegetables enhance the flavor of the veggies
and add spark to your meals. It doesn’t take much of herbs or spices—use ¼ to ½
teaspoon dried or ¾ to 1 teaspoon fresh herbs added to two cups of vegetables.
You can chop the fresh herbs and add to the veggies or stir the chopped herbs in
butter into cooked veggies.
Carrots: minced fresh dill, parsley, thyme, or dried mint or marjoram.
Green beans: minced garlic, dried oregano, dried sage, dried basil, crushed rosemary, fresh dill.
Lima beans: crushed caraway seeds, oregano or thyme, or fresh parsley.
Beets: minced fresh dill or parsley, or crushed cardamom.
Cauliflower: tarragon, rosemary, caraway seeds, minced parsley, or dry mustard.
Broccoli: parsley, dried mustard, minced fresh chervil, and a pinch of ginger.
These combinations were likely discovered somewhat by chance. Don’t be afraid to try different herbs or spices with the vegetables you are eating tonight. Enjoy the foods that God has given to us to eat!
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