The Rising Sun
But for you who fear my name, the Sun of Righteousness will rise with healing in his wings. And you will go free, leaping with joy like calves let out to pasture.
Malachi 4:2
Malachi’s words come at the end of a difficult prophetic message. Israel had grown weary, their worship had become hollow, and their hope dim. Yet, in the closing lines of the Old Testament, God offers a promise that pierces the darkness like the first light of dawn: the “sun of righteousness” will rise.
This verse points to the coming of Jesus—the Light of the World—who brings healing, renewal, and joy to all who honor God’s name. Just as the morning sun chases away the cold shadows of night, Christ’s presence drives out sin, fear, and despair. His righteousness warms the hearts of those who believe, restoring what sin has broken.
This verse promises freedom, life, and joy bursting forth after long confinement. Like the rising sun which break the dark and gives light, clarity, hope, and future, Lord Jesus Christ will rise in your darkness. He will rise in your sickness giving healing, He will rise in your pain and give peace, He will rise in your sorrow and give joy.
Always there is sunrise. Darkness won't last long.
Christ is still the healing Sun who blesses abundantly those who honor and believe in His name.
Let His rays warm you. Let His righteousness restore you.
Reflection:
Are you feeling everything dark around you with no clarity or end at side, is there no light at the end of the tunnel for you? You are almost there, it is time for the sun--Lord Jesus Christ to rise in your dark situation and give light.
Prayer:
Lord Jesus, the Sun of Righteousness, thank You for rising over the darkness of this world and over the shadows in my heart. Let Your healing light touch every part of my life—my mind, my body, my relationships, and my spirit. Teach me to walk in the warmth of Your righteousness and to rejoice in the freedom You’ve given me. May Your light shine through me so that others may see Your goodness and find healing in Your name. Amen.
This verse points to the coming of Jesus—the Light of the World—who brings healing, renewal, and joy to all who honor God’s name. Just as the morning sun chases away the cold shadows of night, Christ’s presence drives out sin, fear, and despair. His righteousness warms the hearts of those who believe, restoring what sin has broken.
This verse promises freedom, life, and joy bursting forth after long confinement. Like the rising sun which break the dark and gives light, clarity, hope, and future, Lord Jesus Christ will rise in your darkness. He will rise in your sickness giving healing, He will rise in your pain and give peace, He will rise in your sorrow and give joy.
Always there is sunrise. Darkness won't last long.
Christ is still the healing Sun who blesses abundantly those who honor and believe in His name.
Let His rays warm you. Let His righteousness restore you.
Reflection:
Are you feeling everything dark around you with no clarity or end at side, is there no light at the end of the tunnel for you? You are almost there, it is time for the sun--Lord Jesus Christ to rise in your dark situation and give light.
Prayer:
Lord Jesus, the Sun of Righteousness, thank You for rising over the darkness of this world and over the shadows in my heart. Let Your healing light touch every part of my life—my mind, my body, my relationships, and my spirit. Teach me to walk in the warmth of Your righteousness and to rejoice in the freedom You’ve given me. May Your light shine through me so that others may see Your goodness and find healing in Your name. Amen.