Don’t Kindle Your Own Fire

“Who among you fears the Lord? Who obeys the voice of His Servant? Who walks in darkness And has no light? Let him trust in the name of the Lord And rely upon his God. Look, all you who kindle a fire, Who encircle yourselves with sparks: Walk in the light of your fire and in the sparks you have kindled—This you shall have from My hand: You shall lie down in torment.” — Isaiah 50:10-11.

No, may God forbid! We should not try to start a fire using only our own limited efforts while ignoring God's ability. Our fire will not give us enough light to find our way out. A fire started in this way is like a mere spark in God's eyes. We will be surprised by how quickly it goes out, leaving us in grim darkness and sorrow."

Instead, we can determine to proceed with the bumpy ride up the rugged mountain, as we confidently rest in the power of the Lord to shine His full light upon our pathway. He is light!

Beloved, it is not enough to draw our confidence from our wisdom, power or strength. Like many heroes of faith in the Bible, we can purposefully focus on the Lord in the face of trouble.

Our efforts may lead to positive results, but if our actions drown out God’s presence, and if we disobey God’s will, then those results won’t last for long. However, if we confidently surrender our efforts to God and patiently wait for Him, He will show up with a lasting, supernatural remedy.

Trust in the Lord with all your heart,And lean not on your own understanding; In all your ways acknowledge Him, And He shall direct your paths. — Proverbs 3 :5.

Thank you!

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