DAY 30 | The LORD My Light

Adonai Ori (The Lord My Light) and my salvation— so why should I be afraid? The Lord is my fortress, protecting me from danger, so why should I tremble?
Psalm 27:1

Pronunciation Reference: יְהוָה אוֹרִֽי

photography by Jan Huber / calligraphy by Rita Ip

MUSIC

PRAYER

The LORD My Light, I exalt You. In the very beginning, You spoke light into existence. Your light powers all life processes. Your light reveals deep and hidden things. Even in the pitch dark, You see everything clearly.

Thank You for carrying me through my darkest days and being my guiding light. Thank You that one day Your people will no longer need the light of the sun and the moon, for Your glory will forever illuminate us.

Please forgive my sins committed in darkness, though hidden from others, nothing escapes Your sight.

Illuminate my path as I follow You, and make me Your light-bearer. Send me wherever Your light and hope are needed.

Because You are the LORD My Light, I declare that I have stepped out of darkness into Your marvellous light. I am the light of the world, and through my life, people will see you and give glory to You.

A few facts…

In Hebrew, the word for light is ohr (אוֹר), and it carries a deeper meaning beyond mere "illumination." It encompasses the concept of "bringing order to something chaotic." Therefore, when God proclaimed, "let there be light," He intended not only to bring illumination, but also to bring order to the formless world.
Adonai Ori (יְהוָה אוֹרִֽי) originates from Psalm 27, written by David. In this psalm, David showcased unwavering faith by acknowledging God as his light and salvation amidst a time of turmoil. Interestingly, David's men also referred to him as "the light of Israel" in 2 Samuel 21:17.

SMILE & BREATHE

Quiet your heart in His presence, letting go of all distractions. Sit comfortably, perhaps doing some stretches to relax your body and mind.

Smile, for your light has come, and the radiance of His face shines upon you.

Take a deep breath through your nose, filling your abdomen. Let His light enter your life, bringing order to chaos.

Hold your breath for a few seconds, thanking Him that everything illuminated becomes a light. (Ephesians 5:13)

Exhale slowly through your mouth, imagining this breath carrying away any darkness or negative emotions within you.

You can repeat this cycle, allowing each breath to be deeper and calmer, drawing your spirit closer to His eternal light.

Exercise 1:

TWO-WAY JOURNALING

Open a fresh page in your journal, and let the words flow toward The LORD Your Light. Embrace the presence of the Holy Spirit as He journeys through the depths of your heart, leading your hand across the page. Capture the essence of your profound conversation with Him.

[Part 1]
Dear Father / the LORD My Light, …
[Part 2]
Dear child / (your name), …

• Praising Him is always a great way to start

• Tell Him what “light” means to you

• Tell Him how you’ve experienced His light in your life

• Describe the darkness (or light) you see in the world, in your community, or in yourself, and ask Him to show you what He sees

• Simply ask Him to show you one thing you can do to shine His light today

Check out APPENDIX 2 for more.

Exercise 2:

DECLARATION

He is The Lord Your Light. How does this truth impact the way you live? In your journal, write a personal declaration that resonates with you and your current situation.

Because You are The LORD My Light, I declare I can / I will / I am…

Utter it aloud, directing your words to Him and yourself. Feel the surge of faith building within you as you echo it repeatedly, infusing each repetition with resolute assurance. Remember, the tongue holds the authority to shape life or bring about its end, and those who nurture it shall savor its harvest (Proverbs 18:21). Your words carry immense power, and through your declaration, they shall find their place and shape your reality.

You've crossed the finish line! Day 30 marks the grand finale of your remarkable adventure with HE. I want to extend my heartfelt gratitude to our Father for leading you to this point and for the awe-inspiring work He has done throughout these 30 days. It has been an absolute joy to accompany you on this adventure!

On this final day, my prayer is that nothing can obscure or dampen the brilliance of the light shining through you. This light encompasses the entire spectrum of God's divine attributes.