There is a great thing, worshiped by man. A giver of light,
of warmth, and of light. Without this thing, the Earth would be cast into
darkness. The sun is the reason why there is life on Earth.
During the summer, the sun can be extremely overbearing.
It's constantly beating down on me, and heating me up, causing discomfort.
Sometimes, that sun(among other conditions) can cause a drought. However, we
need the sun to provide life and energy to the Earth. I can't wait for the
winter during these months. However, by the time February rolls around, I find
myself longing for the sun. The dead, barren trees seem desolate. Months of
darkness, and overcast, rainy days leave me tired, and drained. I long for the
warmth of the sun, and of the light it brings. Of the life it brings. All too
often, I take the sun for granted. When it's shining constantly, I either feel like
it's a burden, or I don't rejoice in its goodness as often. But when it's hidden behind clouds, I want it back in my life.
Even though the sun isn't evident during those winter months, that just
because I can't feel or see the sun, that doesn't mean it isn't there. I had no idea where the sun had gone during those cold, winter nights. Then it dawned on me. The sun
rises and sets everyday; sometimes it is very present, and sometimes I have to
struggle to remember that the sun was there before I was born, is still very
much waiting behind the clouds, and will continue to shine its light onto the
Earth long after I am gone.
Embrace the star resting in the heavens above. Take some
time to rejoice in the Son.
