Embracing Light & Love while Conquering Darkness
Sep 01, 2021
My Beloved Warrior of Light,
As I pen this letter, I am reminded of a common childhood fear - the darkness that enveloped our rooms and the mystery of what lay beyond. Perhaps, like me, you were afraid of the dark and haunted by the looming specter of death. I vividly recall a night when, at the tender age of nine, I lay paralyzed with the fear that I would die alone in the dark. My mother came to my rescue, sitting by my side until I succumbed to slumber. Did you ever experience such moments of dread?
Today, I want to explore two profound subjects that often cast their shadow over our lives: the pursuit of light and the mysteries that unfold after death.
Journeying to the Light
Vinney Todd's story is a testament to the boundless love of our Heavenly Father. He embarked on a remarkable near-death experience, a journey that offered him a glimpse of the profound love God has for us and the significance of self-love. In "Vinney Todd: What I Learned About Love After I Died," he shares his extraordinary voyage to the realms of heaven and back to Earth. His journey illuminates the power of love and self-acceptance.
In Romans 8:38-39 (KJV), we find this comforting assurance: "For I am persuaded, that neither death, nor life, nor angels, nor principalities, nor powers, nor things present, nor things to come, Nor height, nor depth, nor any other creature, shall be able to separate us from the love of God, which is in Christ Jesus our Lord."
Dispelling the Darkness
I once ventured into a cave, a place where the light was extinguished, and the oppressive darkness closed in. It was a harrowing experience. Have you ever felt as if you, or someone you love, is trapped in a dark place, besieged by the shadows of life's challenges? In "Got Darkness? Get Light!" I share a valuable lesson God imparted to me during that cave expedition. This lesson reveals the transformative power of light and serves as a beacon of hope for those trapped in darkness.
In John 1:5 (KJV), we read, "And the light shineth in darkness; and the darkness comprehended it not." Even in the darkest corners of our lives, God's light can penetrate and dispel the shadows.
Conquering Fear with Faith
Whether you still fear the darkness or the enigma of death, it is crucial to recognize that understanding these daunting aspects of life is the key to conquering them. Knowledge dispels fear, and faith triumphs over anxiety.
In 2 Timothy 1:7 (KJV), we are reminded, "For God hath not given us the spirit of fear, but of power, and of love, and of a sound mind."
Always remember, dear sister, that God's love surrounds you. Even in the darkest of times, His light shines brightly. So, let us continue to explore, learn, and grow, for fear can always be vanquished by faith.
With love and unwavering hope,
Tamara
