Weekly Devotional: Let Your Light Shine

As people with faith, we are called to shine our light amongst the world. What does that mean and how can we shine our light even brighter?

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Read time 2 minutes

Ana Wright

Published On Dec 20, 2024

As we walk through life and try to live out God’s testament, we can see ourselves as a light. We are meant to radiate his truth and love to others around us. As we go through different chapters in our life and find ourselves, we are still supposed to shine our light to reveal God’s greatness to others.

In This Article:

The Source of the Light
The Impact It Has on the Darkness

The Source of the Light

When Jesus spoke again to the people, he said, “I am the light of the world. Whoever follows me will never walk in darkness, but will have the light of life. — John 8:12, NIV

Before we can shine, we must first recognize the source of our light; it’s not our talents or achievements, it’s Christ. We can stay connected to God through prayer and remaining steadfast in our faith, helping shine our light even brighter. We can shine our light through our actions, attitudes and our words.

Let's further explore the effect that our light has on the world.

The Impact It Has on the Darkness

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 5:15-16, NIV

Light is most noticeable in the darkness. Your light not only impacts others but also glorifies God, pointing people toward his greatness. Even in our struggles, our reliance on God can inspire others to seek him. By shining our light to the world and sharing God’s Word, we can be a role model to others. Our light is what makes us noticeable amongst the darkness; it helps to set us apart. It highlights how we need God.

Let’s keep shining our light brighter and brighter.

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Weekly Devotional: Let Your Light Shine

The Source of the Light

The Impact It Has on the Darkness

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