“All the children of Israel had light in their dwellings” (Ex. 10:23 NKJ).
What a study in contrasts! Egyptian homes shrouded with darkness like a blanket – darkness so thick you could almost cut it with a knife. By contrast, all the children of Israel flooded their dwellings with light.
Using the symbolism we find in Scripture, Egypt is a type of the world system. Israel is a type of the Church. This verse is thus telling us that believers walking in the light of truth will carry that light right into their homes. Likewise, those following the prince of darkness will live in homes, which are an extension of that darkness.
This promise assures you and me of light in our dwellings, regardless of world conditions. The ending of the Church Age is likened to a setting sun. Jesus said that He was working while it was yet day because the night was coming when no man could work (John 9:4).
It is evening time for the Church. In Zechariah 14:7, the Lord promises that His followers will have light even in the evening of life. We who believe will be bathed in light even when the sun is setting upon the world.
According to Esther 8:16, light in the dwelling is accompanied by gladness, joy and honor. Not only is the home of the believer assured illumination, but also a general profusion of God’s blessings.
It is possible, probable, and preferable that our homes be so filled with the presence of the Lord that all non-Christians visiting there will be touched and impressed with that light. It can happen!
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Dick Mills was ordained at The International Church of the Foursquare Gospel in 1949. He and his wife Betty traveled as evangelists all over the United States, Canada, Mexico, Latin America, Europe, and Australia. Dick and Betty are now home in heaven.
In 1966 Dick and Betty became a part of the then-emerging Charismatic Renewal. Passing through all denominational barriers, Dick has had the opportunity to speak in thousands of churches of varied backgrounds all over the world.
He ministered within several Christian organizations, including the Full Gospel Business Men, Women's Aglow, Inter-church Renewal Catholic Pentecostals, mainline Charismatic groups, CBN and TBN television networks, and many other independent Christian TV stations.
Dick appeared on numerous radio talk shows, written several magazine articles, and spoke at many Bible conferences and universities. He served as an adjunct professor at six Schools of the Bible and Seminaries.
In addition, Dick authored and co-authored several books and tapes. Dick's ministry was characterized by the unique gifts God has blessed him with. His services informed, enlightened, and motivated people to a higher level of commitment to God.