365 Ways to Know God by Elmer Towns May 26

365 Ways to Know God by Elmer Towns

(Devotional Readings on the Names of God)

May 26

JESUS: A STAR OUT OF JACOB

I see Him, but not now; I behold Him, but not near; a Star shall come

out of Jacob; a Scepter shall rise out of Israel.

NUMBERS 24:17

Jesus is pictured as a Star out of Jacob. Just as mariners plot their course by the stars, so the Lord wants to direct your life by the Star out of Jacob. Just as scars give light in the black night, so Jesus, the Star out of Jacob, gives light to a world darkened by sin. Just as stars tell the time and seasons (see Genesis 1:14), so Jesus gives meaning to your appointment calendar. Just as stars warn people that they have a limited amount of time left on this earth, so Jesus, the Star out of Jacob, gives hope. Look to Him for meaning in your life.

Jesus, I look to You for direction this day. Guide me to make good choices

and help me shine Your light to those about me.

Those who walk in darkness hurt themselves; they need Jesus, the Star out of Jacob, to show them the way. Those who are lost in the black night are cold and disoriented; they need the Star out of Jacob to point them to the warmth of God's love. The Star out of Jacob reminds people that the Father loves them and has a wonderful plan for their life. Carry the light of Jesus to them (see John 8:12; Acts 2:1-4); He wants to light the way of everyone coming into the world (see John 1:4).

Jesus, I want to be guided by Your star. Keep me warm near the fire

and shine a reading lamp in my heart so that I can learn. Light my path,

and help me walk in the light. Amen.

Reading: Numbers 24

Key Thought: Jesus gives light to help people find the right path.