Comparisons

Comparisons  . . . Where is the source  of the light, you stand-in? From within or borrowed? Will your light reach into  other's hearts   warming their soul? Consider the Moon  . . . reflecting the light of the Sun, lighting our path in darkness. The Sun . . . has no darkness, and  can't shine at night! You will shine  in your spheres,  day and night. How 'oft you shine,  lighting another's darkness  at appointed times . . . Of Their Night. Reflection The question of what or who you reflect is a real one. Everyone reflects themselves in some unique way and unfortunately, we compare ourselves with others. This usually promotes competition and doesn't actually reflect the whole truth.  Humanity loves to compete rather than serve each other, and this is often from the root of insecurity that drives it. The poem asks about the light we stand in, whether it is borrowed or from within. Once secure in ourselves, we stand in our own light and have the confidence to shine and light the path of another. This is an important moment when we understand our role and perform it humbly. Here's one of the important facets of life which is often overlooked. We are all gifted with various gifts and abilities, which we perform naturally without thinking. I believe God has created us all to serve one another with these abilities. Rather than having an attitude of yourself as being the gift or ministry of that gift, try seeing yourself as one who serves humanity with your abilities.  When your service is rendered with humility, this will stop any competition or comparisons between any other parties. Your personal satisfaction comes out of your love for humanity, not your need for recognition because you have a gift. Consider Jesus; on many occasions before He performed a miracle, it is often written "filled with compassion" which reveals His Father's heart. In the poem, I mention how the moon reflects the sun. I remember a sign written ov