14“You are the light of the world. A town built on a hill cannot be hidden. 15Neither do people light a lamp and put it under a bowl. Instead they put it on its stand, and it gives light to everyone in the house.16In the same way, let your light shine before others, that they may see your good deeds and glorify your Father in heaven. (Matthew 5:14-16)
Thoughts: The light of Christ only reflects through us when we are pointed toward Him. Jesus gives them this great compliment and then he tells them to not hide their light.
Perhaps Jesus knew that they would have a tendency to be ashamed or hide this most important light that they need to reflect and shine. The point of our being the light is not that people would look toward us- but would look toward the Father and glorify Him.
Prayer: Lord, you are the light. Let me reflect your light.
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