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A Trilogy of Light

A Trilogy of Light

                                                   

 The sun comes up every day .. but how many people see the Light? – fem-v

 "Within me I carry a flame"     

Not all flames are the same

Light wants to heal us & make us

Darkness wants to blind us & break us    

Some in cover of darkness remain        

Though dying embers .. ignite to blame

Other people for their doubt and shame

Not understanding FEAR will freeze & maim

Some flames are too strong to be tamed 

.. with hope they call upon His name

Into willing, open hearts Christ came

.. their brightness of faith does acclaim 

“In His Light .. we have light” 

This Light .. gives our spirit flight

Helps us discern wrong from right

Strengthens us in the darkest night

  • by Fay Vietmeier 
“God is light; in him there is no darkness atall.” ER WelaTab |

“In search of Light”

In our life journey .. we are marked 

.. no one escapes dark moments

.. yet hope is a beacon of Light

Light reveals the way   

.. to help us see 

.. to guide our path

.. to makes us strong

.. to overcome obstacles

.. to teaches us endurance 

The fractal behaviors of human-onions: 

.. we are perplexed by paradoxes 

.. we are mystified by metaphors

.. our illusions lead to delusions

.. the irony of what we strive for 

.. the paradox of where we focus

.. the metaphor of where we arrive

We wish upon stars .. but miss the Light

We want knowledge .. but we reject wisdom 

We hope to collect .. without first cultivating

We want to be recognized .. without deserving

We long for power .. but lack the ability to lead

- by Fay Vietmeier & Roberto  De la Cruz Utria

"In Pursuit of Light " 

Like Earth, I was chasing, running after the Sun daily, 

From East to West .. And West to East 

.. In pursuit of light .. 

Not realizing that it was not the Sun, 

But the Earth, who is running around herself ..

And ending up in the daily cycle of nights chasing days 

And darkness pursuing light

Now, I have realized that if I didn't move .. 

If I stop chasing & running around myself,

I become still, static and silent 

And I am unhurt .. 

And in that inert state, 

I could see, 

The "light" is always there

.. where I am ..

.. on my side ..

Always standing before me to enlighten me. 

           - by Dr. Suresh Saravdekar 

.. spiritual insights about Light .. 

“God is light; in him there is no darkness at all. If we claim to have fellowship with him and yet walk in the darkness, we lie and do not live out the truth. But if we walk in the light, as He is in the light, we have fellowship with one another, and the blood of Jesus, his Son, purifies us from all sin. If we claim to be without sin, we deceive ourselves and the truth is not in us.” - 1 John 

“Then Jesus told them, “You are going to have the light just a little while longer. Walk while you have the light, before darkness overtakes you. Whoever walks in the dark does not know where they are going. Believe in the light while you have the light, so that you may become children of light.” – John 12

“You are the light of the world. A city set on a hill cannot be hidden; nor does anyone light a lamp and put it under a basket, but on the lampstand, and it gives light to all who are in the house. Let your light shine before men in such a way that they may see your good works, and glorify your Father who is in heaven.” – Matthew 5

In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God. He was with God in the beginning. Through him all things were made; without him nothing was made that has been made.  In him was life, and that life was the light of all mankind.  The light shines in the darkness, and the darkness has not overcome it.” – John 1

For you were once darkness, but now you are light in the Lord. Live as children of light .. and find out what pleases the Lord. 

.. the fruit of the light consists in all goodness, righteousness and truth ..

Have nothing to do with the fruitless deeds of darkness, but rather expose them. 

Everything exposed by the light becomes visible—and everything that is illuminated becomes a light. 

This is why it is said:   

“Wake up O sleeper

And rise from the dead

And Christ will shine on you” – Ephesians 5

Once you were in darkness

Now you are light in the Lord

So as true children of light you must live

Showing the glory of God

This is the beautiful fruit of the Light

The good, the righteous, the true

Let us discover what pleases the Lord

In everything that we do

As days get darker take care how you live

Not as unwise but as wise

Making the most

Of each moment He gives

And pressing on for the prize. – GK

Giving honor .. 

“In search of Light” was inspired by Roberto’s comment “Behind the Entryway”

https://www.bebee.com/producer/@fay-vietmeier-pennsylvania/behind-the-entryway

“In Pursuit of Light” Dr. Suresh Saravdekar shared with me his Birthday poem 24.04.2021

"Within me I carry a flame" * - this line was from a poem by Debasish Majumder 

Graham Kendrick (GK)

https://www.grahamkendrick.co.uk/songs/graham-kendrick-songs/is-anyone-thirsty/wake-up-o-sleeper

"In His Light" .. I write

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If my words make you think .. Great ;~)

As “iron-sharpens-iron”  I enjoy bantering with other BEES .. please know, your feedback is as “honey”

A glimpse of the “Bee” called “me” 

My caring nature makes me an advocate. My curious nature makes me a “queen of questions” but gifted with the ability to listen .. I am a woman of deep faith, a blessed mother, a voracious reader, a blossoming writer, a grateful person, and a lover of beauty. I treasure family, true friendships & my loyal clients. A "student at heart, I love learning: in every human dimension. Enjoy traveling, good books, good movies, good wine gardening & golf. 

I’m a “heart-to-heart” communicator.

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Comments

Fay Vietmeier

2 years ago #20

😇#20 @Greg Rolfe 

Thank you Greg .. meaningful to me your response “absolutely beautiful”  😇

Fay Vietmeier

2 years ago #19

Greg Rolfe

2 years ago #18

@Fay Vietmeier I loved “Within me I carry a flame”!  Absolutely beautiful!

John Rylance

2 years ago #17

Fay are you aware of a song Love shine a light by Katrina and the Waves which won the Eurovision Song Contest in the 1990s.

It's lyrics urge us to allow love to shine a light not only in corners of our hearts, but in that of others, in fact the whole world.

Fay Vietmeier

2 years ago #16

Fay Vietmeier

2 years ago #15

Fay Vietmeier

2 years ago #14

@Pascal Derrien 

I hope all is well with your beautiful family Pascal 😇

The “trilogy” was three poems about Light

Although considering that God is Light” and He is Triune in nature - This would be more truly the “Trilogy of Light”

As mentioned in "Giving honor .. 

“In search of Light” was inspired by Roberto’s comment “Behind the Entryway”

https://www.bebee.com/producer/@fay-vietmeier-pennsylvania/behind-the-entryway

And 

“In Pursuit of Light” Dr. Suresh Saravdekar shared with me his Birthday poem 24.04.2021


 

Fay Vietmeier

2 years ago #13

@Jerry Fletcher 

Your words are an encouragement Jerry .. thank you 💛

.. I do hope you will read my response to Farooq 

Fay Vietmeier

2 years ago #12

@John Rylance 

Thanks John for your faithful reading & insights 💛

I just wrote to Ken 

Everything in life is a sowing & reaping 

“with the measure you use .. it will be measured to you”

Those who have a mind to plant & nurture & cultivate .. reap a richer harvest  

 

 

 


 

Fay Vietmeier

2 years ago #11

@Ken Boddie 

Thank you for your visit here & thoughtful comment 💛

These words resonated with me as well 

"We hope to collect .. without first cultivating.” - @Roberto  De la Cruz Utria

Roberto's full comment can be found in the below link - I had introduced a new bee @Farooq Omar & shared a poem he wrote 

https://us.bebee.com/producer/behind-the-entryway

At the time I tucked Roberto's comment away .. inspired to write a poem (frequently it is the words of others that inspire me)

It is true what you say:

The world is “self serving” .. and many SM platforms, including this one these days unfortunately, so many write without commenting on the works of others, and some without returning or acknowledging the comments made by others on their own posts. 

I agree it does “equates to taking without giving.” .. poor citizenship .. poor friendship  

SM can be a like a black hole .. endlessly .. mindlessly .. TAKING  (which is greed & reflects the spirit of the world) 

I know the conversation has been had before but by my observation 

.. it is rare that people actually reads & thoughtfully comment 

It would seem mostly the interest is in numbers & likes - reactions 

.. this is MATH .. not conversation or genuine engagement 

Also it seems the choir is always welcome but there is low tolerance for different thinking or faith 

 

People always reveal themselves .. through their words & actions 

Everything in life is a sowing & reaping 

“with the measure you use .. it will be measured to you”

Fay Vietmeier

2 years ago #10

🍯🍯#11

@Debasish Majumder 

Thank you for your faithful reading & sweet shares Debasish 

I appreciate you 😇

Fay Vietmeier

2 years ago #9

#10 

@Farooq Omar 

My dear ❤️"soul-friend"❤️ .. how rich & insightful are your words:

To "Be the Light" might be to offer insight and direction

.. or just to sit with somebody and be the presence they need. 

.. to "Be the Light" signifies carrying on the light for what should be finished or be made new.

 

Believers are called to be “children of light” 

.. we are told that “Light consists of goodness, righteousness & Truth”

.. shining His Light into dark places (even when it is not welcome or received) 

.. shining light on Truth from His Word (even when it is not welcome or received) 

“In His Light .. we have light” - wisdom is imparted .. for the light-bearer to be rightly equipped 

 

We are warned ..

“The Light shines in the darkness, and the darkness .. does not understand it.” 

(has not overcome it .. is not receptive to it)                                                                      

                                                                      

The oldest & longest war is spiritual: Light Vs Darkness 

“The god of this age (Satan) has blinded the minds of unbelievers, so that they cannot see the light of the gospel of the glory of Christ, who is the image of God.” 2 Corinthians 4

 

Light is attractive .. it draws

God does not force Himself on anyone .. nor should any believer “drive His Word upon others”                                                                        

God draws people .. but not if their heart is turned away 

Only God, by His Spirit .. can change hearts & transform lives .. but this requires willingness, cooperation & desire.

 

I agree that sharing from God’s Word should be as you say “nimbly and with empathy” 

Light is intelligent & intuitive .. life-giving & loving 

Pascal Derrien

2 years ago #8

 never thought about light in trilogy terms glad you do :)

Bill Stankiewicz

2 years ago #7

FAY, another great post read to my 34 students this Saturday.  Many thanks for all you do!!

Jerry Fletcher

2 years ago #6

Fay, When light shineth not we have wonderful guides like you to show us the way. And so it goes.

Farooq Omar

2 years ago #5

What's the significance here to convey the light? Such a brilliant portrayal of immaculateness and confidence is described. Awesome, dear Fay ❤️

To "Be the Light" might be to offer insight and direction, or just to sit with somebody, and be the presence they need. ... of the time to "Be the Light" signifies carrying on the light for what should be finished or be made new.

Being a light to others likewise implies reacting with generosity and comprehension if you go over a not keen on hearing individual your uplifting statements. God didn't help us to drive His Word upon others yet to show it nimbly and with empathy

Ken Boddie

2 years ago #4

John Rylance

2 years ago #3

Ken Boddie

2 years ago #2

I must admit, Fay, I’m not too sure which words are yours and which belong to others, but the phrase that struck a cord with me was, “We hope to collect .. without first cultivating.”

In today’s self serving world and in many SM platforms, including this one these days unfortunately, so many write without coomenting on the works of others, and some without returning or acknowledging the comments made by others on their own posts. 

In my mind this equates to taking without giving. I note that you, like me, and only a few others who remain from the old beBee school, both cultivate and reap. What say you?

Debasish Majumder

2 years ago #1

as always a fascinating buzz @Fay Vietmeier ! enjoyed read and shared. thank you for the buzz.

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