God is light

"The city had no need of the sun or the moon to shine in it, for the glory of God illuminated it. The Lamb is its light." -Revelation 21:23

In our present state we look to the sun and moon for light. We even fabricate and manufacture the means for light so we might see and have warmth. Otherwise, darkness surrounds us when the sun is hidden. There are places on our earth that have entire seasons alternating dark and light. Our dependence on the sun for light, warmth and continued life cannot be overstated. In God's new creation there is no need for these celestial bodies. We will be so near to Him that our warmth, our light, will be provided by His very glory. Even as He provides us light and warmth now, we will one day be surrounded by His perfect eternal light. 

*This is the message which we have heard from Him and declare to you, that God is light and in Him is no darkness at all. -1 John 1:5

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