When an eclipse occurs and darkness covers the earth, it is a very ominous feeling.   We realize that we are not in control.

Darkness, happens frequently, and so little thought is given when darkness covers the earth.    Yet, it is natural to presume all will return to normal.    The sun will shine, and ‘light’ will cover the earth  once again.     But, what if that were not the case.   What if the ‘black out’ was so critical,  it could not be fixed!

First, it seems a natural occurrence.    Yet, it is good to remember God gives light.   God gives life, and God gives salvation.    God also takes!    It is good to think of the blessings first.    However, it is important to remember God!    To think of God!   To praise God!   To love  God!

Little reflection of God’s gift of life is given to day.     God is taken for granted, when praise is not extended !!    He is hurt!   God is pure love!    When love is pure, it is undefiled!

Knowing that we are made in the image and likeness of God, is all we need to know.    For knowing that constitutes being!    For we are nought, without Him.   We love because of Him.   In other words because He loved us first!    Who amongst us wants a one way love?   Really, love is more beautiful when it is reciprocated!    Do you not agree?

Book of Mark: Chapter 12  verses 29-31  The Great Commandment.

29) Jesus replied: “This is the first: ‘Hear O Israel !   The Lord our God is Lord alone !

30) “Therefore you shall love the Lord your God with all your heart, with all your soul, with all your mind, and with all your strength.   31)  This is the second, ‘You shall love your neighbor as yourself. ‘  There is no other commandment greater than these.”