You are the light of the world. A city set on a hill cannot be hidden. Nor do people light a lamp and put it under a basket, but on a stand, and it gives light to all in the house. In the same way, let your light shine before others, so that they may see your good works and give glory to your Father who is in heaven.
Matthew 5:14-16
Every Christian on Earth has ONE calling in common. It’s the calling to be a light in the world. We are called to be in this world, not part of it. As darkness surrounds us in this world, how do we ensure that we are a Godly light to the world versus joining in the darkness?
Being a light in the world means living out your calling and purpose as a Christian. Find your area of influence and be the light in that space. That is what it means to be the light!
Here are four ways to share and be a light in the world for Jesus:
1. Always be available for the sake of love
How available are we for God to use us? Being available to love others is part of the calling on the life of every believer.
The people around us will know that we love them based on our deeds, not just our thoughts. We need to be compassionate and loving toward those that God has placed in our lives, even when it costs us time and energy.
2. True compassion requires action
When Jesus felt compassion, he sprung to action. We need to care about the hurting and broken in a way that we want to do
more than just pray for them. Most of the time, people are just looking for someone to care, not necessarily have all of the answers. At first glance, being compassionate can appear inconvenient and costly. However, I can promise that it leads to a sense of joy that one cannot find anywhere else.
3. Be a light to the world
It is up to us to decide what kind of light we are going to be. We may not all be a massive light that shines over an entire city, changing the lives of thousands of people every week. But our light is unique and ordained by God. You (We) are the only light that can reach certain places. We can never underestimate what God has called each of us to do.
4. There are people out there that only you can reach
Who is the
one person that God has placed in your life that needs help? Think of that person who is struggling right now. Think of someone who respects you and listens to you. Now, when they are struggling and need help, don’t just pray for them. (Though of course we should pray!) Remember, you may be the only person who can help them. Be there for that person! Spend time with them, listen to them, or do something to help them physically. Jesus always made time for the one person who needed Him.
The world is searching for what we have. Our job is to be a light in the world that leads people to Jesus!
Blessings and love,
Liz Marr
