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what is eclipsed in our lives


Psalm 19:1  NIV
The heavens declare the glory of God; the skies proclaim the work of his hands.

The media and social media is a buzz about today’s eclipse.  Across our country, from sea to shining sea, there will be people stopping their day to view a once-in-two-decade event where the moon passes in front of the sun.  It will be a beautiful and momentous event.  And it will also declare the greatness of our God.

Here’s a question that speaks to my heart about an eclipse.  Is there anything that gets in the way of people seeing God through my life?  There might be several answers.

Last night our family shared a devotion that asked a similar question that I think will give us insight…

Becoming different in a world of vast similarity requires breaking free of the things that hold you down and keep you grounded in the sea of sameness. Think about your life, and I’m certain you can identify things you haven’t surrendered but need to. You must possess the courage to let go of the things that anchor you to the safe and familiar. It’s time to let go of things that limit your faith. Go ahead and consider areas in your life that need change.

Luke 9:23-24 NLT
Then he said to the crowd, “If any of you wants to be my follower, you must give up your own way, take up your cross daily, and follow me.  If you try to hang on to your life, you will lose it. But if you give up your life for my sake, you will save it. 

(devotion taken from youversion.com “Doing What Matters” and day 5)

May we ask God to point out in us what eclipses His glory in our lives.  Have a great day and enjoy His glory!

PS --- we have a Red Cross blood drive at our church Tuesday from noon until 7pm.  Please consider giving and helping save lives in this way!
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