Isaiah 9:2   ² The people who walked in darkness have seen a great light; those who lived in a land of deep darkness– on them light has shined.

All of us go through dark times in our lives. We feel like we are walking through deep water, slogging through each day, barely making any progress against the waves of despair, doubt, and depression.

In those dark days it is hard to see any glimmer of hope. But if we continue to look toward the light of Jesus’ love we will come through those dark times. While that light may seem quite dim while we are enveloped by the darkness it is still there. It is like a flashlight showing us where we should take the next step.

As we move through those dark places the darkness begins to fade. Christ’s light shines more and more leading us forward to hope, faith, and joy. While we are in the darkness, it is hard for us to see that there is light but we must hold on to the faith that assures us that Jesus is there. Jesus is holding us even though we cannot feel it. Jesus is leading us forward to wholeness and peace.

Lord, when we are in the darkness, shine your light. Help us to know that you are with us. Amen.