Everyone has heard there are great benefits to natural sunshine. But did you know that the best known benefit of sunshine is to give the body a boost of vitamin D production which lifts our mood? Sunlight strengthens our bones and helps regulate blood sugar. It also stabilizes our blood pressure, supports muscle health, and kills bacteria.
But just as our body needs sunlight, we need Sonshine. We need to take time to step into God's Presence and allow the power of God to refresh our Spirit. We need to bask in the light of the Son. And there are many great benefits to standing in this light.
“Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.” (Philippians 4:6-7)
Our character will be transformed by God's power when we remain in the Sonlight. We will begin to display fruit of the Spirit like love, joy, peace, longsuffering, gentleness, goodness, faith, meekness and self-control. Our heart will begin to be regulated by compassion and humility. Our desire will be to serve and reflect God's love to the world.
“Therefore I tell you, whatever you ask for in prayer, believe that you have received it, and it will be yours.”(Mark 11:24)
No doubt, the sun has tremendous blessings. However, basking in the Son has benefits that far outweigh the advantages of natural sunlight. Just as we are encouraged to spend 15 minutes a day in the natural sun, I invite you to go to your secret place today and a receive the overwhelming benefits of spending time with the Son.
