If you’re star gazing on a clear night, you might just catch a glimpse of a shooting star. However, by the time you point in this direction to show others most vanish, flickering out before you can share this special moment. This dying flame is reminiscent of individuals who lose their spark, joy for life.
And the stars of the sky fell to the earth as the fig tree sheds its winter fruit when shaken by a gale, Revelation 6:13.
Madonna’s song Lucky Star, released in 1983, refers to the old adage of wishing upon a star. Similar to Disney’s theme, both lyrics paint the picture of a fantasy world where your dreams come true. Unfortunately, when your prince, princess or pot of gold never arrives, hope is replaced with doubt as stars of promise die out.
And those who are wise shall shine like the brightness of the sky above; and those who turn many to righteousness, like the stars forever and ever, Daniel 12:3.
When I was young, life was filled with great expectations, places to go, people to meet and mountains to climb. Yet, every adult reaches a point in their lives when its hard to wake up. Perhaps the life you envisioned hasn’t turned out as you thought. Or in my case, the road I set out on has changed, leaving me dazed and confused. Thus, when the fire inside flickers out its time to fall on your knees, open up God’s Word and pray for the Lord to raise you up on eagle’s wings to get you through the tough times.
by Jay Mankus
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