Let it shine

There are two types of light in the world. We can perceive one, both, or neither! When we are born into this world, we perceive physical light and by it, we learn of our Creator’s handiwork in the things we see. However, although that light is good, there is another Light, a Light so important that the Son of God had to come in order to both declare and impart it to men.

Jesus said, ‘I am the Light of the World. Whoever follows me will never walk in darkness but have the light of life.’” The allegory used by the Lord in this verse speaks of the light of His Truth, the light of His Word, the light of eternal Life. Those who perceive the true Light will never walk in spiritual darkness. 

Light is beautiful and mysterious—like God. It is one but can be separated into many colours. No one knows if light is made up of particles or waves. In addition, light has many functions that makes it a good symbol for Jesus. Light helps us see things. Jesus gives us the truth about God and about life, our origin, and our destiny. Light guides us as we travel. Jesus guides us safely through life to our heavenly home. Light promotes growth and life. Jesus brings us everlasting life. Light warms and comforts. Jesus welcomes us and calms us. Light prevents crime. Jesus is goodness itself. Light dispels darkness, which stands for evil. Jesus pierces the darkness of sin and death and conquers them. All the darkness in the world cannot put out one candle flame. Jesus cannot be overcome by evil. 

Jesus promised. “Whoever follows me will have the light of life.” This is a possession and a continuing experience. Jesus is the light. To have Him is to have the light of life and all that light brings. Having the light of the world is more than knowledge, more than will power, more than belonging to a certain religion. It is more than knowing about Jesus or knowing His teachings. It is having Jesus Himself as a radiant, energetic, revealing force in your life.

It is a dangerous thing to suffer from spiritual blindness. Today is a good day to examine your own life. This begins with an invitation for the Lord to shine His light in every corner of your life: thoughts, attitudes, beliefs and actions. Ask the Holy Spirit to reveal to you your own spiritual blind sports. Seek God’s life-giving light by readily confessing your sins and asking for forgiveness.

Finally, ask the Lord to empower you with His Holy Spirit to let His light shine through you among your family members, friends, and others who still walk in spiritual and moral darkness.