A Little Light That Changed Our Mornings

 

It wasn’t a lightning bolt from heaven.
It was an Amazon delivery. 😊

A simple little book light—bendable neck, soft glow, long-lasting charge. I bought it for Carl so we could read without fumbling for lamps or waking the whole house. Practical gift. Sensible purchase.

But I didn’t realize how symbolic that little light would become.

Every morning, before the day clears its throat, we sit together and read. God’s Word. Max Lucado’s Grace for the Moment. Open Windows. Billy Graham’s Wisdom for Each Day. And then—the Bible. Always the Bible.

Words of life. Words of truth. Words that steady us before the noise begins.

That small light shines just enough to illuminate the page—but more than that, it reminds us Who is lighting our path. “Your word is a lamp to my feet and a light to my path” (Psalm 119:105). Turns out David understood book lights long before Amazon did.

After reading, we join hands and pray. We call out names—children, grandchildren, friends who are hurting, those who need peace, provision, healing, or hope. And in that quiet space, the day feels…possible. Grounded. Covered.

Now, your mornings may look nothing like ours. You may be packing lunches, chasing toddlers, answering emails, or slipping into prayer late at night when the house finally exhales. That’s okay. God isn’t watching the clock—He’s welcoming your heart.

It’s not about when you meet with Him.
It’s about that you do.

Even a few moments with God can change the tone of an entire day. A verse. A prayer. A whispered “Help me, Lord.” Light doesn’t have to be loud to be powerful.

Jesus said, “I am the Light of the world. Whoever follows Me will not walk in darkness” (John 8:12).

So whether your light comes from a bedside lamp, a quiet corner, or a tired prayer at night—turn it on. Open His Word. Let His truth shine.

Because when we start the day with the One who made the day (and the night), everything else falls into better focus.

And sometimes… all it takes is a little light. 💛