How well does your light shine these days? Do others around you even know you have light, or is it hidden? Yes, actions often do speak louder than words, and character speaks louder than actions, but that doesn’t mean we have to choose. We can use all means to let our light shine. Not just by quoting scripture, but by allowing others to see us for who we are.
A dear friend stopped by for a visit recently (and milkshakes :-)). I liked the message on the card they left:
“Some people strengthen our society just by being the kind of people they are.” – John Gardner
What we do to bring light into the world flows out of the type of person we are. By being ourselves we give others the gift of a transparent friend.
And when we become more transparent before those who are close to us, we build understanding and trust. It is important that others see light and hope in the context of our own dark circumstances. It brings reality to our life and light to theirs.
Don’t just ‘do.’ BE the light of the world in the unique way that God created you.
Jesus said, “You are the light of the world. A town built on a hill cannot be hidden. Neither do people light a lamp and put it under a bowl. Instead they put it on its stand, and it gives light to everyone in the house. In the same way, let your light shine before others, that they may see your good deeds and glorify your Father in heaven.” Matthew 5:14-16
