Waiting for Light

The light shines in the darkness,
but the darkness has not understood it.
[Jn 1:5]

In the long wait of darkness the Light came at last. We have the Light and yet, too, another long wait in darkness. Yet darkness prevails not -- nor the world. Jesus has overcome both.

Advent reminds us of the waiting in expectancy. The hope in the promise. The promise that the Light will dawn again on this earthly horizon. We are reminded of what is yet to come. And Christmas can remind us of the celebration to come when it does.

Move out of the shadows and toward the Light. Step out of the material world into the spiritual -- into eternity. Where Jesus dwells and bids us; "Follow."

Light of Life; We rejoice in Your light that dispels every darkness, though we do not understand it. Empower us to cast out every deed of darkness and live in Your eternal light. Amen.