1. Like using eclipse glasses to experience an eclipse, we can experience the fullness of the Son through the spiritual lens of the Holy Ghost
We are recommended to use eclipse glasses to safely view and enjoy an eclipse. It is also recommended to look to our Savior with the aid of the Holy Ghost. The Holy Ghost provides a safe and sure knowledge of the Savior and allows us to see details of The Son, Jesus Christ, we wouldn’t be able to see without it’s aid.
2. Just as each eclipse appears differently depending on the time and place, we each face moments of darkness at our own times and in our own ways.
In 2017 I experienced a total eclipse, but today I only experienced a partial eclipse; while others had the opposite. We will have moments in our lives that it feels like darkness is creeping in. We will have moments when we feel overcome by darkness. But the amazing thing about that darkness is… the power of the light is still always brighter.
3. The Sun/Son has the same amount of power in both a partial and a total eclipse.
Whether we are viewing a partial eclipse or a total eclipse we wear glasses to protect from the power of the sun. Whether we are dealing with small shadows or total darkness in our lives, we can still be sure that the blinding glory and power the the Son will be able to shine to our hearts.
4. You have to look to see it.
Whether it is because of work, school, a busy schedule, or even a lack of desire; many people miss the beauty of the eclipse. Distractions and lack of desire also keep many people from seeing the beauty of The Son. He is there, but if we don’t look we will miss Him.
5. The Sun/Son has a greater impact on us when we are in the dark.
You might wonder why it is more dangerous to look at the sun during an eclipse, especially if it has the same power as it does every other day. A scientific answer is that the UV radiation from the sun doesn’t decrease much during an eclipse, but the amount of visual radiation (light) does. This causes your eyes to dilate more than is normal in sunlight allowing higher than usual UV radiation into your eyes. In comparison, when we are living in spiritual darkness we open ourselves up more readily to the Son; allowing Him to have a greater impact on our lives.
