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Nothing good happens after midnight<\/em>. I remember my father imparting this wisdom to me growing up, even though I, a middle-class suburban teenager, knew nothing of the world’s dangers. Still, I knew what he was getting at\u2014we don\u2019t need much life experience to understand that darkness breeds darkness, and friends, these are dark days.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Don\u2019t get me wrong, our time is no darker than every day since the Fall in Genesis 3, but for the Western church and its people, it\u2019s hard to ignore what feels like hardship after hardship. Don\u2019t believe me? Just look at the number of pastors leaving the ministry, how trendy \u201cdeconstruction\u201d has become (here, as a means to reject the faith, not to rediscover our foundation in it), the disaster COVID wrought on our world, or our struggles with racial reconciliation, idolatrous politics, and religious terrorism. Ignoring the present darkness creeping over our people, land, and time is hard. The good thing about darkness, though, is that in it, the light is easiest to find.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

At just twenty-five words, the well-loved hymn Doxology<\/em> is brimming with light. Pound-for-pound, this mini-but-mighty hymn packs a powerful punch of theological density. Did you know that if you dig into its history, you\u2019ll find a wonderfully reassuring word for those walking through a season of darkness? That\u2019s because its four lines were not intended to be a hymn on their own but a concluding stanza in a series of hymns, with one particularly useful for us now, Midnight<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Written by 17th<\/sup>-century Anglican bishop Thomas Ken, his original hymns Morning<\/em> and Evening<\/em> were designed as devotional prayers for his pupils at Winchester College to recite at the beginning and conclusion of their days. Sometime later, Ken realized he was missing something: a pastoral hymn for those stirred from sleep in the night due to fear, anxiety, or insomnia. Thus, Midnight<\/em> was written, and at over twice the length of Morning<\/em> and Evening<\/em>, its thoroughness is a balm of constant application. Excluding the ending doxology we have come to know, Midnight<\/em> consists of 10 stanzas, each containing a helpful truth about our fears and anxiety. You, pastor or layperson, would do well to remember these truths. I hope you will be encouraged by them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

1. Depend on Divine Protection<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

My God, I now from sleep awake,<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The sole possession of me take;<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

From midnight terrors me secure,<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

And guard my heart from thoughts impure.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

At the midnight hour, when roused from sleep by fear or unsettled thoughts, before anything else, we must turn to God\u2014our sole possession\u2014for divine protection and solace. Like King David, who practiced rising at midnight to pray (Psalm 119:62), we must take our worries and fears to God. Nothing else is of greater importance in seeking comfort for what ails us.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. Recognize Unseen Spiritual Activity<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Blest angels, while we silent lie,<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Your hallelujahs sing on high;<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

You joyful hymn the ever-blest,<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Before the throne, and never rest.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

At moments when the world sleeps, but you find yourself awake, consider the heavenly host that proclaimed Jesus’ birth to humble shepherds (Luke 2:13-14). Even in the darkest hours, divine praises fill the skies, and God\u2019s plans and purposes are being worked out around us. This hidden spiritual realm is a powerful backdrop to our lives, reminding us that we are part of a grander narrative that often unfolds beyond our perception and understanding.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. Remember the Temporal Nature of Suffering<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

I with your choir celestial join,<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

In offering up a hymn divine;<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

With you in Heav\u2019n I hope to dwell,<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

And bid the night and world farewell.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

It\u2019s hard not to be consumed with the things that trouble us. Still, what a help it is to remember that those things that trouble us will one day be consumed. All our days thereafter will be spent in a place where suffering and sorrow have ceased (Revelation 21:4). As believers, we are all promised a final farewell to the night and this world. Soon, we will dwell where tears are wiped away and death is swallowed up in victory. This eternal hope allows us to confront the temporal challenges of our earthly existence with a perspective anchored in divine promise.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

4. Trust God’s Eternal Plan<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

My soul, when I shake off this dust,<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Lord, in Thy arms I will entrust;<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

O make me Thy peculiar care,<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Some mansion for my soul prepare.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

As we face the certain threshold of death, the promise Jesus made about preparing a place for us in His Father’s house comes sharply into focus (John 14:2-3). Death, then, is not an abyss but a doorway, a transition into eternal life underpinned by divine design. This reality instills profound trust in us, allowing us to part with this life in the peaceful assurance of God’s enduring plan for our eternal well-being. With the weight of the future lifted, how free we become to face our fears of today.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

5. Place Yourself in a Humble Perspective<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Give me a place at Thy saints\u2019 feet,<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Or some fall\u2019n angel\u2019s vacant seat;<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

I\u2019ll strive to sing as loud as they,<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Who sit above in brighter day.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

It\u2019s difficult to suffer our troubles when we learn to celebrate the reality that we cannot do it all alone, that all we have on earth is lost, and that all that is stored up in Heaven we hold forever. In the presence of Christ, Mary chose to sit at his feet, humble and full of devotion\u2014a posture that was commended by Jesus himself (Luke 10:38-42). What must it be like to be commended by Jesus?! Sometimes, remembering to die to ourselves, to soak up the lessons in our situation, to be the least of these, is all the perspective we need to put our troubles in their place.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

6. Pursue Preparedness<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

O may I always ready stand,<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

With my lamp burning in my hand;<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

May I in sight of Heav\u2019n rejoice,<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Whene\u2019er I hear the Bridegroom\u2019s voice.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

This is not a commercial for the Boy Scouts, but the need for spiritual preparedness becomes more acute when sleep is elusive. The parable of the Ten Virgins illustrates this, urging us to keep our lamps filled and wicks trimmed (Matthew 25:1-13). Such readiness is not for some distant event but a present lifestyle (salt and light!), marked by the joyful anticipation of the Bridegroom’s voice. Are you at a loss for how to use the restless midnight hour? Prepare!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

7. Live in the Light of God\u2019s Glory<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

All praise to Thee, in light arrayed,<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Who light Thy dwelling place hast made:<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

A boundless ocean of bright beams<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

From Thy all glorious Godhead streams.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Remember that God himself is the source of an unquenchable light when the darkness feels overwhelming. In the act of creation, he summoned light into existence, separating it from darkness (Genesis 1:3). This divine illumination is more than a metaphor; it’s a promise that God’s glory can pierce any form of spiritual gloom, guiding us along the paths of righteousness.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

8. Fight Human Frailty<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Blest Jesus, Thou on Heav\u2019n intent,<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Whole nights hast in devotion spent;<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

But I, frail creature, soon am tired,<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

And all my zeal is soon expired.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

When exhaustion sets in and our zeal wanes (it will), the image of Jesus in the Garden of Gethsemane, absorbed in prayer, starkly contrasts our frailty (Matthew 26:36-46; Luke 22:39-46). His unwavering focus on God’s will is a compelling model, reminding us to fortify our commitment to spiritual disciplines, even when weariness tempts us to do otherwise. We won\u2019t get it right every time (give grace in your frailty), but the model of Jesus puts us on the trajectory of perseverance and blessing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

9. Seek Spiritual Renewal<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Shine on me, Lord, new life impart,<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Fresh ardors kindle in my heart;<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

One ray of Thy all quickening light<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Dispels the sloth and clouds of night.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

When our spiritual lives seem dim, and our first love for Christ has waned, the message to the church in Ephesus from Revelation comes into focus (Revelation 2:4-5). The call to remember, repent, and return to our first works reminds us that spiritual renewal is possible and essential. A singular focus on God can revitalize us, sweeping away the clouds of night.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

10. Guard Against Temptation<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Lord, lest the tempter me surprise,<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Watch over Thine own sacrifice;<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

All loose, all idle thoughts cast out,<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

And make my very dreams devout.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

In the wilderness, Jesus faced temptations head-on, using Scripture as his shield (Matthew 4:1-11). Such divine reliance is also essential for us, especially when confronting the allure of worldly desires or subtle doubts. Armed with God’s Word and a vigilant spirit, we can resist temptation and maintain our spiritual integrity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

You\u2019ll feel better when the sun comes up.<\/em> It\u2019s funny how the wisdom of a father can be readily met by the comfort of a mother, like these words I heard so often from my own. In some of the darkest days of my youth, if my mom wasn\u2019t praying, she was always subtly reminding me of the light. Anything is possible in the light when it all is to his glory.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It was in the light that I most recently heard Doxology.<\/em> I was at a preaching conference hosted by our church. In the first morning session, our unaccompanied voices lifted the hymn high into the rafters and the rich wood-paneled walls of the Great Hall while the morning light streamed in through the impossibly high windows. As a layperson, I knew I was surrounded by many pastors walking through a season of darkness, but in that worship moment, you never would have guessed it by the corporate lightness of the room.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What was good for Ken\u2019s students to remember in the 17th<\/sup> century can be good for us to remember in our modern context. What pastor, teacher, volunteer, or believer hasn’t awoken at night, questioning the adequacy of their ministry, doubting the effectiveness of their teaching, or burdened by the plight of their congregation? Here, we lock arms with the saints that came before us.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In a world teeming with distractions and disappointments, Ken’s midnight hymn is a testament to the timelessness of faith, the constancy of God’s providence, and the enduring comfort found in Scriptural truths. It is a clarion call to focus on what truly matters, urging us to still our hearts in reverent awe, entrusting our earthly fears and eternal hopes to the one who neither slumbers nor sleeps\u2014the only one worthy of our praise. And so we do:   <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Praise God from whom all blessings flow<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Praise Him, all creatures here below<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Praise Him above, ye heavenly host<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Praise Father, Son, and Holy Ghost<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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I remember the first time I stood up to teach the Bible to a group of women in my local church. I was terrified. Yes, I studied the passage diligently and spent hours preparing pages of notes, but I wasn\u2019t sure if my preparation was effective. Is my teaching structured well? Will the women be interested or learn anything new? Have I interpreted this passage correctly?<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Many women who are asked to teach a Sunday School class, speak at a Bible study, or lead a small group experience similar fears. They often have little or no training specific to teaching Scripture and feel unequipped and insecure in their preparation. Even so, the abundance of resources available on the subject of teaching Scripture can be paralyzing for a new Bible teacher.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

That\u2019s why we need books like Empowered and Equipped: Bible Exposition for Women Who Teach the Scriptures<\/em><\/a>. Julia Higgins, assistant professor of ministry to women at Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary, seeks to provide women with the tools they need to faithfully and effectively teach the Word of God to other women.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Empowered and Equipped: Biblical Exposition for Women Who Teach the Scriptures <\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u201cJesus commissioned disciples to teach the nations, and women of the church must take his call seriously.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Men and women alike are given the spiritual gift of teaching, yet few resources are designed specifically for women who exposit the Scriptures. In Empowered and Equipped<\/em>, Julia Higgins steers women through the steps needed to faithfully interpret, apply, and teach a passage of Scripture. By examining both the principles and practices of teaching of Bible exposition, Higgins seeks to prepare women in the local church to make and mold disciples.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

B&H Academic. 224 pp. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Should Women Teach the Bible?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

First we must ask, Is a book that encourages and equips women to teach Scripture necessary or even appropriate? There\u2019s much discussion today about whether the Bible permits women to teach at all.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In an effort to submit to Scripture\u2019s teaching, many have unfortunately moved beyond what God\u2019s Word prescribes to impose unbiblical restrictions on women. To argue that women shouldn\u2019t teach Scripture in any formal setting misunderstands God\u2019s design for discipleship. Higgins argues that all followers of Christ, including women, are included in the Great Commission and its call to teach other disciples everything Christ commanded.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Furthermore, as Higgins explains, \u201cSome may conflate the spiritual gift of teaching with the office of pastor\/elder and draw a false conclusion that only men are to exercise the gift of teaching. While qualified men are responsible to teach and oversee the local church, that does not negate the fact that both men and women are given the spiritual gift of teaching.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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All followers of Christ, including women, are included in the Great Commission and its call to teach other disciples everything Christ commanded.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n

Spiritual gifts, including the gift of teaching, are given for the common good (1 Cor. 12:7<\/a>) and for building up the church (1 Cor. 14:12<\/a>). It follows that women are not only permitted to teach in appropriate settings but are needed for the growth and maturity of the body of Christ. This pattern is exemplified in the women in Scripture who are called to teach and commended for their teaching ministries, many of which Higgins references.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In light of the biblical call for women to teach, Higgins writes,<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The end of the matter is this: women should be given a context where they can teach the Word in the local church. Why? Because Christ\u2019s church will grow and others will be discipled in the faith.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Her book, therefore, provides \u201ca pathway for women to exercise teaching gifts in the local church,\u201d and specifically focuses on training women to teach women.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Helpful Foundation<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Higgins provides an accessible yet substantial foundation for teaching Scripture. She incorporates principles and strategies from some of the most highly respected Bible teachers of our day, giving readers a well-rounded introduction to teaching Scripture without information overload.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Higgins has a high view of God\u2019s Word and a Christ-centered approach that highlights the overarching storyline of the Bible. Readers will gain essential tools for expository teaching, learning to base the central teaching focus, supporting points, and application on the main point and structure of the text itself. Higgins even encourages this kind of verse-by-verse teaching for topical messages, so that the teacher is always communicating the text\u2019s intended purpose rather than taking passages out of context as proof texts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Empowered and Equipped<\/em> walks teachers through the process of creating a Bible exposition, from understanding the nature of Scripture all the way to writing an expositional outline. Higgins covers a wide range of content from theoretical to practical, including information on biblical genres, basic doctrinal issues, and hermeneutics.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

She spends a large portion of the book giving instruction on studying the Bible inductively, including specific strategies for observation, interpretation, generalization, and application and for how that study translates into instruction. The scope of the book makes it suitable for beginners\u2014although they may want to work through it more slowly\u2014as well as for those who have been studying and teaching Scripture for some time but are looking for a process to follow.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

While Empowered and Equipped<\/em> covers an impressive amount of ground in a surprisingly manageable page count, readers may leave with unanswered questions. For example, the book includes almost no discussion of incorporating meaningful illustrations or transitions. On other topics, such as the discussion of genre or the overview of theological doctrines, Higgins gives only brief introductions. Anything more, however, would make the book overwhelmingly dense, and readers can continue to explore these topics in more depth as they see fit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Empowered and Equipped to Teach God\u2019s Word<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The church needs gifted women who not only speak on a short list of \u201cfemale-friendly\u201d topics stereotypical of women\u2019s conferences or retreats but who teach the whole counsel of God for the good of the body.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The church needs gifted women who not only speak on a short list of \u2018female-friendly\u2019 topics but who teach the whole counsel of God for the good of the body.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n

Higgins appeals, \u201cThis call for women to be teachers of the Word arises from a place of care and concern for over half of the body, so that the church might grow in love for God and his Word, passing it along to others, so that they too might go and make disciples of all nations to the end that Christ\u2019s commands are observed.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

As this book makes its way into the hands of more and more women who treasure the Bible and long to see it elevated and proclaimed, I pray the church will be edified and God\u2019s glory made known. I pray the teachers it equips will grow in their love for Christ even as the women they teach develop new excitement for God\u2019s Word. I pray that instead of feeling insecure and unprepared, women will be empowered and equipped to teach the Scriptures.<\/p>\n","_et_gb_content_width":"","_uag_custom_page_level_css":"","_jetpack_memberships_contains_paid_content":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[28],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-1134","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-church-history","et-has-post-format-content","et_post_format-et-post-format-standard"],"yoast_head":"\nMidnight Doxology: Reflections for Sleepless Nights<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Can't sleep? 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