Ephesians 1:16-19
“ But I do more than thank. I ask—ask the God of our Master, Jesus Christ, the God of glory—to make you intelligent and discerning in knowing him personally, your eyes focused and clear, so that you can see exactly what it is he is calling you to do, grasp the immensity of this glorious way of life he has for his followers, oh, the utter extravagance of his work in us who trust him—endless energy, boundless strength!”
“I pray for you constantly, asking God, the glorious Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, to give you spiritual wisdom and insight so that you might grow in your knowledge of God. I pray that your hearts will be flooded with light so that you can understand the confident hope he has given to those he called—his holy people who are his rich and glorious inheritance. I also pray that you will understand the incredible greatness of God’s power for us who believe him.”
I love the Message’s interpretation of flooding light as clear and focused eyes. Light can be blinding but here the emphasis is on the clarity it brings to our vision. I am not left floundering in generalities about his purpose for me, but am guided by extravagant detail according to my uniqueness. He is so big and yet attentive to me, so small.
Lord, thank you for the energy and strength you give. Your directions are perfect for me. They are fine-tuned so I can sing loud and clear. I am amazed that you, Almighty God, know even me. How can it be?