Last day of the decade. Wow! A lot has happened, a lot has been lost. But a whole lot more gained.
The word “reflection” can be looked at with different meaning. We may reflect or give serious thought or consideration on something. People, during this time, reflect on the past year. How they did things or what they wish or plan to do differently. We look forward to the new year with hope, and new aspirations. We make resolutions and plans on how we are going to change certain areas of our lives.
“Reflection” also means the throwing back by a body or surface of light. It is just simply amazing how God created everything. Moonlight is the reflection of the sun off the moon’s surface. I started thinking about mankind. Are we truly being a reflection of God? Are we allowing His light to reflect off of us?…….Now that’s a plan to focus on during this next decade.
The definition of reflection that is on my mind is the image seen in a mirror or shiny surface. When I was younger I used to pray for 3 things. I wanted to be light skinned, have long hair, and the ability to sing. I can’t remember the number of times I prayed that prayer. But now I see God’s beauty in all skin tones. I am appreciating my tight coily hair. Although I have the ability to sing, let’s just say I will not be leading any songs let alone be invited to join anyone’s choir.
The important thing is, I believe we all need to focus on our image. I don’t mean develop a spirit of vanity. I mean when we start judging ourselves, pointing out our faults, looking at our inabilities, etc., we need to remember that the image we see looking back at us was created out of love. We were created for His glory and out of Their likeness.
While we are being down on ourselves or questioning our existence, just remember God says that the reflection that looks back at us is His!