February 04: Light of the world

Word:

You are the light of the world. A town put on a hill may be seen by all. And a burning light is not put under a vessel, but on its table; so that its rays may be shining on all who are in the house. Even so let your light be shining before men, so that they may see your good works and give glory to your Father in heaven.  (Matthew 5:14-16)

Rome, the capital of Italy, has the darkest night in the whole earth. However the inhabitants of the city say that even before that darkness, a single star is enough to be recognized, regardless of height or distance. It is thus, that the smallest light can make in the deepest darkness, a great difference.

Today's scriptures remind us of this important truth. Many times we can feel, that there is not much that we can offer. It seems that our light went out, or that on the other hand, we are not letting it shine as it really can. Suddenly we overlook that no matter how intense the brightness of our light or how big it is, what is important is that it shines so that it illuminates our walking and also the walking of others around us.

In a world of injustice and hatred, shine your light of peace and dignity. In a world of rejection and pain, let acceptance and care shine. Wherever you are, make those around you recognize the light of hope in you.

Do not hide your light; God has created us in a call and purpose for our lives. We have been given gifts that we must share with the world. We can be agents of change for others, we can positively impact their lives and in that way follow the Lord's call.

Today we can. May Christ, let our light not shine.

Prayer:

Lord, thank you for granting me your light at every dawn. Help me to reflect your brightness in the lives of my brothers. Give me the courage to change those things that can extinguish the radiance of your presence in my life. Shine on me today Lord. Amen.