So often I laugh at the Pharisees. How could they have been so foolish? With all the signs around them, with Jesus in the midst of them, fulfilling the prophesies they knew so well, how could they have been so blind? They would actually have preferred Jesus left this man paralyzed?

Then, a look inward. With so many sitting in darkness all around me, have I let the light of Jesus' love shine through me? Does it appear by my actions that I'm doing all I can to help others walk in the light rather than remain in the darkness? Have I made it clear to all with whom I come in contact that Jesus, my Savior, is the reason for the JOY and the hope that I have? The answer is a sad, but emphatic "no." But by the grace of God, Jesus has forgiven me, and has given me a new day today to walk in His light!

Lord, open my eyes to the those around me sitting in darkness. Help me to walk boldly into the opportunities You give me to share the light of Your love.