The Glory of Zion | Advent Day 23
Daily Scripture Reading: Isaiah 60:2-3
In Isaiah 60:2-3, the prophet Isaiah is speaking of a time when the darkness and despair of sin and the struggles that affect humanity will envelop the earth. Not just “darkness,” but “thick darkness.” Yet, amidst this gloom, Isaiah prophesies the light of the Lord will break through the darkness and the glory of God will bring hope to His people. The light of God will shine through a redeemed Israel for all the nations to see.
The contrast between darkness and light reminds us of the considerable challenges in our own lives. These are the moments when we feel overwhelmed by the weight of our circumstances and the darkness of the world that surrounds us. But, God. As spoken of by Isaiah, God’s light shines through even the thickest darkness. The brilliance of His presence brings us hope and clarity regardless of our circumstances. As believers, we are delivered from sin and its consequences, and we reflect His light for all to see.
Isaiah speaks of nations not only seeing the brightness of God’s glory shining over Zion, but of nations and kings being drawn to the light. There is transformative power in God’s light breaking through the darkness of the world, drawing others into a relationship with our Heavenly Father. Let us reflect the light of Christ as a testimony to His transformative power in our own lives, so others will know Him through our words and actions and be drawn to the brightness of His love.
Prayer
Lord, as darkness covers the earth, may Your light shine through my heart, illuminating Your peace and reflecting Your glory. I pray that nations will be drawn to You, as darkness gives way to Your radiance. In this Advent season, prepare us to welcome Christ, the light of the world, into our lives now and forever. Amen.