You Have a Light

You have a light that should never go out.

When a light goes out, the bulb needs to be replaced. Light bulbs come in all shapes and sizes. To have a light that is effective, you must get the proper wattage and type in order to be sure that the light will work properly once again. A light that is too bright will hurt the eyes; a light that is too dim may not allow one to see properly.

Solomon wrote, “The light of the righteous rejoices, but the lamp of the wicked will be put out (Proverbs 13:9).” Spiritually, we all can be a light. Does our light work all the time? Does it shine brightly, or is it dim? The answer may depend on whether our light is righteous or wicked. Those who are righteous have reason to rejoice! Jesus Christ has died, taking away the sin of the world (John 1:29). They are now reconciled to Him and are shining. Those that are wicked are still living in sin, and thus are still separated from God (Isaiah 59:2) and their light has been extinguished.

What kind of light are we emanating? Do you have a light that is it bright and energetic and effective, leading many souls to Christ? Or, is it dim and weak, not showing the love of God to others? Jesus said, “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 lampstand, 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 accepted the salvation offered in Christ to ignite your light? Others can only have a light when we become a light.

Salvation:  Hear - Believe - Repent - Confess - Be Baptized - Live Faithfully