When Jesus, the Light of the World, entered our darkness, He shone brightly by healing, forgiving and blessing many. Those who believed witnessed God’s glory in Him. John the Baptist was called a shining light, yet today the focus is on us. Like the hymn says, Jesus bids us shine … You in your small corner, and I in mine. Scripture calls us to be children of God without fault … shining as lights in the world (Philippians 2:15–16). To reflect Jesus well, we must absorb His divine light. Paul reminds us that God has shone in our hearts to give the light of the knowledge of the glory of God in the face of Jesus Christ (2 Corinthians 4:6). Just as God created physical light, He gives spiritual light so we can see Jesus’ glory and shine. Our challenge is to let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works and glorify your Father (Matthew 5:16). How bright will you shine today?
