Being a Light in the world

You are the light of the world. A city on a hill cannot be hidden. Neither 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. In the same way, let your light shine before men, that they may see your good deeds and praise your Father in heaven.
~ Matthew 5:14-16 ~

From reading this portion of scripture, i would like to share 3 things that i was reminded of :-

1. We are called to be a light in the midst of darkness meaning to shine the light of Christ into the lives of lost souls out there, to direct them to Jesus. He is the only way to their salvation.

2. Being a light requires some form of action in form of "good deeds" that has to be seen. It requires us to show acts of kindness, to be helpful, compassionate, loving, tolerant and considerate to everyone and everything, in whatever ways we can.

3. God is glorified when our efforts bear fruit.

For Reflection: Are we shining for Jesus today?