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“How Bright Will Your Light Be?”

Thoughts for Today:

Daniel 12:2-3 tells us: "Multitudes who sleep in the dust of the earth will awake: some to everlasting life, others to shame and everlasting contempt. Those who are wise will shine like the brightness of the heavens, and those who lead many to righteousness, like the stars forever and ever."

If you look up into the heavens tonight, you will see stars -- some of which are brighter than others. In the same way, there will be different intensities in heaven. This passage from Daniel explains that those who are serving the Lord now (both in thought and deed), and who make their lives count, will shine with noticeable brilliance and clarity throughout eternity.

The subtle warning is to those who may be saved, but continue to give priority to their physical interests (possessions, hobbies, careers, relationships, etc.). They will not shine with the same intensity as those who have given over their will to the Lord's. When I get to heaven, I am absolutely sure I won't wish I had spent more time watching television, going out to eat, hanging out with friends, or playing golf. On the other hand, I might regret not committing more time and energy to serving the Lord while on the earth.

Questions to Ponder:

How bright will your light be in heaven? Will it be noticeable or hard to find? Is God speaking to you about anything in your life He might want you to give up for Him? How is wisdom demonstrated in your life? Are you leading (not pushing) others to righteousness? How can you do so today? Is your life fully committed to the Lord?

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About the author

Pocket Devotions are written by Mike Brooks. A retired businessman, he is Moderator of South Shores church, leads the Deacon Board, serves on the finance committee, and he teaches a Men's Bible study and the Men's Ministry. Mike has a passion for evangelical missions. He is the husband of Sherry; the father of Ryan, Natalie, Krissy, Rebecca, and Amanda; the father-in-law of Ariel; and the grandfather of Conner and Christian.