Shine the Light

Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works, and glorify your Father which is in heaven (Matthew 5:16).

I hear many Christians complaining about the conditions in America and the state of the world today. When we listen to the news, darkness does seem to be gaining ground. But how many Christians are doing something about it? Jesus tells us what to do in Matthew 5:16. We are to let Christ's light shine in us and through us to be a beacon for good.

Then spake Jesus again unto them, saying, I am the light of the world: he that followeth me shall not walk in darkness, but shall have the light of life (John 8:12).

Jesus is truly the answer to all this nation's and all the world's problems. Christians know that, but are they sharing it? I think if we shared the Good News as often as we talked about the problems and what's wrong, we could turn this world around. What's holding us back? We don't have to do anything but be willing and surrender in obedience. The Holy Spirit within us will take over from there.

Ye are the light of the world. A city that is set on an hill cannot be hid. Neither do men light a candle, and put it under a bushel, but on a candlestick; and it giveth light unto all that are in the house (Matthew 5:14-15).

Your candle was lit when you gave your life to Christ. He shines in you and through you. Have you put it on display so that all can see the light of Jesus Christ and be brought into His presence and saved, or have you hid your candle under a basket because you don't want to be a witness. For whatever reason, you choose not to share Christ. Someday we will all answer to how well we've shared the light of Christ. Remember the song, "This Little Light of Mine?" Go forth and let it shine.

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