You are the Light of the World

You are the light of the world. A city that is set on a hill cannot be hidden. Nor do they light a lamp and put it under a basket, but on a lamp stand, and it gives light to all who are in the house. Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works and glorify your Father in heaven.    Matthew 5:14-16

Have you ever experienced darkness so dark that you couldn’t see your hand in front of your face? Years ago we took a family vacation to Mammoth Cave in Kentucky. During our tour to the bottom of the cave, our guide warned us that he was going to extinguish all the lights so we could experience total darkness. It was a blackness that could be felt. We dared not move because we had lost all sense of direction. It was frightening and unpleasant even though it lasted just a few moments and we were all thankful and relieved when he turned the lights on again.

Those who will be separated from God for eternity will experience a similar feeling. Jesus told us in Matthew 8:12 that those who do not choose to follow Him will be cast into outer darkness. This darkness will last for eternity because the light of God doesn’t shine there. Can you imagine spending eternity in complete darkness?

As followers of Christ, we have the light of God within us. In reality, we are only reflecting His light. Wherever we go our light illuminates the dark places of the world and Jesus has entrusted us to share His light with all those around us. What an awesome privilege and responsibility He has given us! So let’s go light up the world!

I hope you enjoy this song, Send the Light

 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ytwRySXlrAc