Enlightened Saints

“For this reason I too, having heard of the faith in the Lord Jesus which exists among you and your love for all the saints, 16 do not cease giving thanks for you, while making mention of you in my prayers; that the God of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of glory, may give to you a spirit of wisdom and of revelation in the knowledge of Him. I pray that the eyes of your heart may be enlightened, so that you will know what is the hope of His calling, what are the riches of the glory of His inheritance in the saints, and what is the surpassing greatness of His power toward us who believe. These are in accordance with the working of the strength of His might which He brought about in Christ, when He raised Him from the dead and seated Him at His right hand in the heavenly places, far above all rule and authority and power and dominion, and every name that is named, not only in this age but also in the one to come. And He put all things in subjection under His feet, and gave Him as head over all things to the church, which is His body, the fullness of Him who fills all in all.” Ephesians 1:15-23

In a so-called age of enlightenment, our nation’s moral, social, and financial foundations have badly deteriorated. Husbands and wives divorce. Teenagers do drugs. Leaders traffic in greed and power. True enlightenment comes only from God and His Word.

The Christian has true enlightenment because he bases his conviction on truth. God’s Word is truth - unchanging and unalterable - applicable for every generation of every culture. The Bible is truth about man and his sinful nature; and about God and His righteous ways. It enlightens the heart and mind of every man who believes.

Once convictions are based on eternal truth, discernment between right and wrong is clearly distinguished. The application of discernment leads to the end product of true enlightenment - which is godly living. Our light shines before the world, revealing the presence and purpose of God.

Genuine enlightenment begins with God’s Word and is manifested in holy living. Let His light shine through you.

“Little children, make sure no one deceives you; the one who practices righteousness is righteous, just as He is righteous.” 1 John 3:7