Where there is a shadow there is a light

Heather and I have no clue how and why it is happening. But Maya has finally begun to struggle with darkness. We think it is because of the time of year because of all of the dark advertisements, cartoons, movies, and stories that come out in October. We have placed numerous nightlight in her room and the up stairs loft in order to help out; it hasn't worked yet. She was afraid of the dark but now she struggles with the shadows that are caused by the night lights. All of this got me thinking about light, darkness, and shadows.

Here are my thoughts:
As we walk through life in our dark world we have a tendency to become lethargic and hopeless. We become overwhelmed with our circumstances and see nothing but darkness in front of us. If only we would tilt our head up and see the light. You see, our momentary trials and tribulations are just shadows. It's just a temporary time of darkness in our life. Here's the thing about shadows - where there is a shadow there must be a light.

In times of trials and tribulations we often turn to Psalm 23 to serve as our guide and comfort. "Even though I walk through the shadow of death, I will fear no evil..." Why are we not to fear evil? I said it before, and I will say it again - where there is a shadow there must be a light. The shadow is only momentary. If we keep on living the life which Christ has made possible we will soon journey into the light. After all, light is greater then darkness and will always persevere and reveal itself. The light, which is Jesus Christ can and will deliver us all from darkness if we allow him to take up residence in our hearts. Don't fret my friends, just keep your head up and keep walking because it's just a shadow and the light is right there.