Out of the brightness of his presence clouds advanced, with hailstones and bolts of lightning. Psalm 18:12
In praying for some insight into this verse and the focus of brightness I had to go back to the beginning of Psalm 18. This Psalm written by David is a song out of gratitude for the Lord’s deliverance and victory. David knew the only sure way to be delivered from surrounding evil was to call on Him. He will provide the help and strength we need. Did you know that in 2 Samuel 22 David would again sing a song of praise when he was delivered from the hand of his enemies and of Saul?
Out of the brightness of his presence bolts of lightning blazed forth. (2 Samuel 22:13)
I love watching a storm roll in. The lightning that can be seen in the distance is mesmerizing. At night there are times when the lighting is so bright the whole earth seems to light up. I love this imagery for God. The brightness of His light shows the way for all of us to take the next step. In the dark it allows us to see our surroundings. If you are in a dark place right now pray for God’s light. Allow His brightness to help guide you through this storm.
With prayer and praise, the brightness of Jesus can light up your sky today! As the storm comes in and brings darkness, trust that the brightness of the Lord shines brighter than it all. The brightness of lightning reminds me of His power to control it all. Turn your eyes to God. For the light of God is in our midst, and yet, even the brightest moments are but glimmers of the coming glory. The light of God in our world may seem to fade when darkness rears its head in death, disease, and sin, but a day of “unfading brightness” is coming. I can’t wait to see you there. Let’s tell others of this light with us. #influence
“Who being the brightness of His Glory and the express image of His person, and upholding all things by the word of His power, when He had by Himself purged our sins, sat down at the right hand of the Majesty on high.” (Hebrews 1:3)
Have a wonderful day everyone!