What kind of light?

Jesus said He is the light of the world and in Him there is no darkness. This is a good thing and a comforting thought. Yet, it recently came to me, what kind of light best represents God in my life?

  • Summer Sun – scorching, overwhelming, unapproachable
  • Florescent – dull, boring, sterile
  • Fireplace – warm, romantic, intimate
  • Candle – soft, delicate, comforting
  • Flashlight – useful, limited, practical
  • Lightning – dangerous, intimidating, powerful

I think at different times in our life different analogies may be relevant. Our view of God is shaped by our backgrounds, experiences, teachings, and the present context of our life. Don’t get me wrong, God doesn’t change but our perception of Him may. If our view of Him is skewed we are missing out on who God really is and what He wants to do in our life.

What’s your view of God? What aspect of light would you use to describe Him? Is worth reflecting upon.