Thinking, praying, reading, studying the Bible – when we do these things, we are reflecting on the Word of God. To reflect is to contemplate and/or consider, and God wants us to deeply reflect on His Word so that we can better understand Him.
For at one time you were darkness, but now you are light in the Lord. Walk as children of light. – Ephesians 5:8.
It is only light that can enlighten. It is only fire that can kindle flame. Hence if we would illuminate others, we must have light in ourselves; and if we would kindle the flame of piety in the hearts of others, we must take the “live coal” with which we do so from the burning “altar” of our own spirit.
~ TAYLOR