The other night, three friends and I went to a blown glass exhibit here in Nashville. "Chihuly Nights" provided brilliant colors that were beyond captivating. Granted, we went on the last day of the exhibit, but there were hundreds, if not thousands, of people crowding these botannical gardens to see these lights. Nearly 20 different outdoor pieces of work and several different indoor pieces kept us awed for about 2 hours.
As the night went on, I couldn't help but think of the concept of people being drawn to the light. As we walked around, there were people of all different walks of life that were enjoying the evening, too. Some of them chose to do so while intoxicated. Other had their children with them. Some, like us, took a picnic and enjoyed the night out with friends. We were all there for one thing, though--the lights.
What is it about light that is so captivating? I, personally, am a sucker for Christmas lights. I could seriously look at them every single night during the season and be completely happy. Why is that? For me--and maybe this is true for all--the true brilliance of the lights is shown in the darkness. I hate to keep using the word 'captivating', but it's true. At Chihuly, I couldn't help but stare at the different exhibits. The lights revealed a small part of the intricateness of the glass, but they also revealed the filth of the water/land around them.
This is how Jesus works. He's beautiful, and often, for those looking for Him, He's easiest to spot in the midst of filth. You can't help but stare at Him, gazing on each and every lovely detail. O, that I may be more and more captivated by the Light of the world!
it is so awesome for God to speak to us in out of the ordinary ways! i am so very thankful that someone taught you to always be listening to hear your Maker speak to you. "pray without ceasing" means to be listening...to Him. i love you and cannot wait to see you in person on friday. keep letting your Light shine, little girl.
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