Spring to Sunrise: Drawing from God’s Fountain, Seeing in His Light

Lesallan | June 28, 2025

Drawing from the Fountain, seeing in the Light
“For with thee is the fountain of life: in thy light shall we see light”

(Psalm 36:9, King James Version).

A Well That Never Runs Dry
Imagine wandering through a scorching desert, parched and weary, until you stumble upon a bubbling spring. That spring becomes more than water—it becomes hope, renewal, life itself. In Psalm 36:9, David directs our gaze to a source immeasurably richer than any oasis: “with thee is the fountain of life.” Here, God is not merely a provider of life’s necessities; He is the wellspring from which every drop of spiritual vitality—joy, wisdom, peace—flows into our lives.

Why This Matters Today
In an age defined by relentless hustle, we often chase fulfillment through career milestones, social-media affirmation, or the next significant experience. Yet none of these wells satisfy our deepest thirst indefinitely. Turning to God’s fountain—through prayer, worship, and Scripture—means tapping a source that never runs dry and that sustains us in every season of life.

Light Revealing Light
“In thy light shall we see light” (Psalm 36:9, King James Version). God’s light does more than illuminate our path; it equips us to see ourselves and others with divine clarity. Three dimensions of this revelation stand out:

Illumination of Truth
God’s light exposes the blind spots of our hearts—pride, fear, unresolved grief—so that we might confess, heal, and grow.

Reflection of His Character
As we behold God’s light, our inner being gradually reflects His compassion, patience, and wisdom, transforming the way we relate and respond.

Vision for Others
Empowered by His light, we learn to see people not through the lens of our biases but through the prism of His love, extending grace where we once judged.

Living from the Fountain, walking in the Light
Drawing daily from God’s life-giving fountain and walking in His illuminating light can be cultivated through three intentional practices:

1. Daily Communion
   Begin each morning at the “fountain”: sit in silence before God, read a Psalm or Gospel passage, and journal reflections prompted by His presence.
2. Intentional Reflection
   When conflict arises—at home, work, or online—pause and ask, “What light do I need here?” This prayerful interruption diffuses our reactive instincts and invites God’s reconciling wisdom.
3. Community of Light
   Join a small group or accountability partnership. Share honestly about areas of darkness, then pray together for God’s light to shine. Mutual vulnerability fuels collective growth.

Reflection Prompts

1. When have you felt spiritually parched, and how did God’s fountain revive you?
2. What blind spots has God’s light recently unveiled in your heart?
3. How can you help someone else see in God’s light today?

Looking Ahead
Next, we will explore how the imagery of living water in John 4 and Jesus’s declaration as the “light of the world” in John 8 deepen our understanding of Psalm 36:9. We will also introduce a hands-on exercise: designing a 3D devotional illustration that brings this verse to life in your prayer space.

Personal Reflection
I find myself especially drawn to “in thy light shall we see light.” There is power in imagining God’s illumination not only guiding my steps but revealing the hidden recesses of my own heart—those corners I often ignore or cover up. When His light shines on my insecurities, it does not condemn but gently reveals where I need healing, grace, and truth. At the same time, the “fountain of life” offers a daily invitation to drink deeply—an assurance that, even when I feel dry or worn out, there is an endless spring of hope and renewal in God’s presence.

How do you picture God’s light touching your life today? Or, if you are feeling thirsty, what would it look like to scoop a cup from His living water right now? Whether through a moment of prayer, a verse that leaps off the page, or simply pausing to breathe in His presence, share your story in the comments. Let us continue this journey from spring to sunrise—together.

References:

King James Version. (1769). In the Holy Bible (Cambridge ed.). Cambridge University Press.