Radiance

"Those who look to him are radiant; their faces are never covered with shame."
Psalm  34:5

What do people typically say about pregnant women? They are glowing; they are radiant. I know that there are physiological reasons why a mommy-to-be has that tendency, but I think a lot of it springs from the fact that she is filled with expectation. She knows at the  end of  it all, she is going to get what her heart is long for- a beautiful baby.

As Christians, we too, are expecting.  We are expecting so many things in the Spirit as well as the hope for a future that we will enjoy in heaven with the One  we love.  This expectation is underscored by the fact that we know that in Him we will never  be put to shame. 

But it is more than that.  Just as Moses spent time in God's presence, and became so radiant that he had to literally cover his  face, we can have that glow from time in the Spirit.  We are to be a reflection of the Son, our countenance should show forth  his glory in this world.  If we want to "shine" for Jesus, we will have to make some sacrifices in our schedule to spend that time in His presence, soaking up his anointing, his presence, and his aroma.  If we look to him and put our trust in him, we have the assurance that rather than being disgraced, we will shine for him!

 

Dear Lord, help even my countenance to testify  that I am a child of the King.  Let me experience and show forth your glory.

In Jesus' Name.  Amen.

Sherri