Let your light shine [ August 1, 2023 ]

August 1, 2023
Let your light shine [ August 1, 2023 ]

Daily Word 🇬🇭

Let your light shine
Isaiah 60:1
Arise, shine for thy light is come and the glory of the Lord is risen upon you

A light is supposed to be put on a stand for everyone around to see clearly and give direction as well.

As christians, whether we are bold or timid we are all expected to be light to the world. We need to set an example for others to follow.

The verse above says, “Arise, shine, for thy light is come…” Meaning all children of God have the light ( received when the Holy Spirit comes to live in us when we accept the gift of salvation).

This light helps us determine what is right or wrong as we study the word. Joshua 1:8 says

This book of law shall not depart out of thy mouth, but you shall meditate on it day and night. That you may be careful to do all it says. For then, you shall make your wap prosperous and you shall have good success ( paraphrased)

Study the word of God and do what it says then you will be shining your light as a christian for the rest of the world to see and follow your example.

Matthew 5:16
Let your light so shine before men that they may see your good works and glorify your Father in heaven

This verse from the new testament gives another dimension of letting our light shine.

We should do good works for others to see and give glory to God. What are good works?

The bible says in Matthew 25:35-40 that

When I was hungry you gave me to eat , when I was thirsty you gave me to drink…….whatsoever you do to the least of your brothers that you do unto me.

Always remember to let your light shine by:
– Obeying God’s commands
– Doing good works
God be with you

How can I apply the word to my life?
1. Look out for people you can help e.g
– That classmate who has no textbooks or pocket money, help him/ her
-That lady who helps you at home, do what you can to make her life easier.

Prayer
Let this song be your prayer

Keep me shinning Lord
Keep me shinning Lord
In all I say and do
That the world may see
Christ lives in me
And learn to love Him too.
Amen