Jesus the Sun of Righteousness
2 But for you who revere my name, the sun of righteousness will rise with healing in its rays. (Malachi 4:2) 78 because of the tender mercy of our God, by which the rising sun will come to us from heaven 79 to shine on those living in darkness and in the shadow of death, to guide our feet into the path of peace.” (Luke 1:78-79) Thoughts: "Hark the Herald Angels Sing" quotes Malachi 4:2 when he calls Jesus the "sun of righteousness." For those who revere God and his holy name the sun of righteousness will rise, bringing healing and causing the darkness to flee. The sun rising on the darkness shows what is right and true- whereas darkness represents groping around with no meaning, stumbling and lostness. But when dawn comes, there is hope, healing, and strength. The rising sun gives hope to those who are living in darkness. Jesus is the rising sun here. He gives hope and life to us. The eclipse is a mid-day symbol that d...