Love Thy Neighbour – hoodSample

BE THE LIGHT

In a world of chaos, confusion and catastrophe, we need to shine God’s light and love to the world more than ever before as He is the Saviour of the world and the Provider of all our needs. 

The world often tells us we can find our own answers, lead our own path and forge our own destiny, whether it be through self-help books, tarot cards or crystals. 

I don’t know about you, but there have been many times in my life where I have opted for my own way.  I’ve tried to "lead my own path" instead of following God’s way; and let’s just say, the outcome was never pretty. The Bible says that, "His word is a lamp for our feet and a light for our path" (Psalms 119:105). I have learned that being led by God’s light and Word is the only path I want to follow. 

Jesus says, "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). As followers of Jesus, it is our responsibility to let our light shine brightly before others.

We all have lights in our homes, however, they are rendered useless unless we turn them on. As believers, we have access to God’s light. We must turn the light switch on to shine God’s light and break through the darkness. Jesus is the answer the world is so desperately searching for to break fear, doubt, oppression and angst. Do not let the darkness of the world stop you from shining the light of Jesus, for the darkness will never overpower the light. "The light shines in the darkness, and the darkness has not overcome it." (John 1:5)

Prayer: Lord, I thank You for who You are. Thank You for being the light of the world and for guiding my path. God, I ask You to help me shine your light and love to those around me. Lord, I ask you to help me to not be afraid of the darkness but instead that You would give me courage to shine Your light and faith knowing that You will make a way. Lord, I pray for my family, friends, and acquaintances that they would come to know You. In Jesus name, Amen.