Let Your Light Shine

In the same way, let your light shine before others, so that they may see your good works and give glory to your Father in heaven.

Matthew 5:16, CSB 

There are many Christians who believe that they are to separate themselves from the world completely. They feel that the more they hide themselves, the more spiritual they become. There are also many who purposely do not have any contact with the outside world. In fact, many churches have come to adopt this same mentality. They want their same small group of people in the church, and they don’t want anyone coming in who is different. Church has become a private little club to them. However, Jesus taught that we are not to separate ourselves from the world. We are to engage and influence our country and the towns we live in. 

Jesus implored His followers to be salt and light. Light breaks darkness and attracts those who are in need of seeing. Jesus told His listeners not to hide their light in shame. We need followers of Christ who are not scared to have God shine through them so brightly that they affect the world around them. 

PRAY: Thank Jesus for being the Light of the World. Ask Him to daily shine through you as you go out to be a light for others, so they may see God’s glory through you. 

ACT: Write down some practical ways that you can allow God to shine through you while you’re around your one, so they may be drawn to the Light of the World.