Matthew 5:15-16 tells us,
"You're here to be light, bringing out the God-colors in the world. God is not a secret to be kept. We're going public with this, as public as a city on a hill. If I make you light-bearers, you don't think I'm going to hide you under a bucket, do you? I'm putting you on a light stand. Now that I've put you there on a hilltop, on a light stand—shine! Keep open house; be generous with your lives. By opening up to others, you'll prompt people to open up with God, this generous Father in heaven. (The Message)
When lost souls see us the light of Christ should be so bright that it brings a sense of wonder and curiosity. Their hearts will be drawn to His light like a moth to a flame. I had to take a moment to evaluate my own lighthouse. Have I been hiding my light under a bowl? Leaving my unsaved loved ones shipwrecked and in the dark? Sometimes yes... Sometimes no... But starting today I'm going to "commit my ways to the Lord"!
(Check out Psalms 37:5)
"Commit your ways to the Lord, Trust also in Him, and He shall bring it to pass. He shall bring forth your righteousness as the light,..."
So I'm going to upgrade my light bulbs! I know as I continue to build healthy spiritual habits, spending time with God, having fellow believers as accountability partners... to help me stay in check :), studying scripture and sharing what I've learned with others, my lighthouse is going to shine much brighter than before... How about yours?
Amping my Light,
-Shauna P.
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