“Daniel answered and said: “Blessed be the name of God forever and ever, For wisdom and might are His. And He changes the times and the seasons; He removes kings and raises up kings; He gives wisdom to the wise And knowledge to those who have understanding. He reveals deep and secret things; He knows what is in the darkness, And light dwells with Him.”
Daniel 2:20-22 NKJV
While some countries have already clocked back an hour, in the United States of America we shall clock back an hour tomorrow November 3rd. Remember to set your clock back around 2:00 am local time on that day!
Isn’t it fascinating how the God of the entire universe uses everything around us to direct our hearts and minds to Him that He is the Source of all things!
Genesis 1:1 “In the beginning God created. . . “.
“For from Him [all things originate] and through Him [all things live and exist] and to Him are all things [directed]. To Him be glory and honor forever! Amen.”
Romans 11:36 AMP
Putting all of these together in a perspective, one can deduce the following:
- God deserves more honor, reverence and appreciation than we often give to Him.
- He is the Invisible One who rules over the affairs of men.
- The Word of God (the Bible) provides guidance, offers hope, heals and does much more if only men would defer to it. Psalm 119:105; Proverbs 6:23; Hebrews 4:12
- The only thing that is permanent is change. Even if you’re not a believer in God’s Word, the DST should offer you hope for a better future. And, if your present situation is very exciting, be cautious.
- You should give your heart to Jesus if you’re yet to do so because by Him all things were made and He’s coming to judge the whole world sometimes soon.
“He was present originally with God. All things were made and came into existence through Him; and without Him was not even one thing made that has come into being.”
John 1:2-3 AMPC
“For He is coming, for He is coming to judge the earth. He shall judge the world with righteousness, And the peoples with His truth.”
Psalms 96:13 NKJV
Would you like to learn more about the Daylight Saving Time? Then, read on. . .
Daylight Saving Time (DST) has a fascinating history:
History
1. 1784: Benjamin Franklin first proposes the concept of DST.
2. 1916: Germany and Austria implement DST during World War I to conserve energy.
3. 1918: United States adopts DST, but repeals it after World War I.
4. 1942: United States reinstates DST during World War II.
5. 1966: Uniform Time Act establishes DST across the United States.
Why “Spring Forward, Fall Back”?
The phrases “Spring Forward” and “Fall Back” help people remember:
Spring Forward
• In spring (March), clocks “spring forward” one hour, losing one hour of sleep.
• Typically occurs on the second Sunday in March.
Fall Back
• In fall (November), clocks “fall back” one hour, gaining one hour of sleep.
• Typically occurs on the first Sunday in November.
Rationale
1. Energy savings: Reduces energy consumption by making better use of natural daylight.
2. Economic benefits: Boosts outdoor activities, tourism, and commerce.
3. Safety: Reduces crime rates and improves visibility.
Controversies
1. Health effects: Disrupts sleep patterns, potentially impacting health.
2. Inequitable benefits: Not all regions benefit equally from DST.
3. Confusion: Causes confusion, especially for international travelers.
Global Variations
1. Not all countries observe DST.
2. Different start and end dates.
3. Some countries have half-hour deviations.