Friday, January 8, 2010

Blessing 208 - That's Incredible! ... Maybe Not.

Niko has been bugging me to buy him a night light. I finally got him one! "The Incredibles" for only $1! I was sure to bring a smile upon his face, but unfortunately, I did not read the back of the package. It read: "Light Bulb Not Included". FAIL!

Life Lesson #208: I'm not that incredible if I shine for myself.

How many times have I tried to be a source of light to others without the proper light source? How many times have I thought of myself "righteous" or "living in the light" when I have carried pride and sin within my heart? It's no wonder that I have failed time and time again because I have not been obedient to the Holy Spirit's nudging, wisdom, and strength. I cannot shine without Him. I'm actually pretty useless. Christ is the only "INCREDIBLE" thing in my life. I thank God for humbling me at this very moment.

"So, if you think you are standing firm,
be careful that you don't fall!"
1 Cor. 10:12

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