"We are confident of all this because of our great trust in God through Christ.
It is not that we think we can do anything of lasting value by ourselves.
Our only power and success come from God."
2 Corinthians 3:4-5 (NLT)
"It's what's on the inside that counts." Yes, and, when we least expect it, what's on the inside leaks right on through to the outside. Pent-up anger and bitterness can't be covered with expensive cosmetics, fake smiles or false piety. Emptiness, fear and worry eek out to dim our eyes and furrow our brows. When darkness, apathy, or jealousy take root in our hearts they grow to cast shadows on the people around us. On the other hand:
"Those who look to Him are radiant;
their faces are never covered with shame."
Psalm 34:5
When we soak in God's healing and transforming Presence, He works from the inside to the outside, from our core to our expressions. The more we allow Him to work in us, the more radiantly we reflect His Glory. We're like those glow-in-the-dark stars that absorb light to glow in the dark: they shine brightly at first, but lose their power after a while if they don't soak in more light.
"And as the Lord works within us,
we become more and more like Him and reflect His glory even more."
2 Corinthians 3:18
The more we open ourselves to God, the more He shines through us as the One in charge of recharging us.
In the Name of Jesus, the One people heard speak with authority, not like their other religious leaders who spoke as if their teachings were second-hand.
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