(Manifest The Glory And Light Of His Righteousness)
TO THE BIBLE: Philippians 2:15 KJV
“That ye may be blameless and harmless, the sons of God, without rebuke, in the midst of a crooked and perverse nation, among whom ye shine as lights in the world.”
LET’S TALK
In Matthew 5:14 (NKJV), the Lord Jesus said, “You are the light of the world. A city that is set on a hill cannot be hidden.” This powerful statement reminds us of our purpose in the world.
Similarly, in Isaiah 60:2, the prophet foretold, “For behold, the darkness shall cover the earth, and deep darkness the people; but the LORD will arise over you, and His glory will be seen upon you.”
In Christ Jesus, the glory of the Lord is resident in us, so much so that the Word declares that we are His glory! We’re called to be the light that shines in a dark and cynical world.
No matter the darkness and problems in the world, you’re the hope and solution the world needs. That’s a big deal!
The Lord Jesus said in John 9:5, “As long as I am in the world, I am the light of the world.”
And 1 John 4:17 tells us, “…as He is, so are we in this world.” This means the challenges you see in the world today are your opportunities to shine and make a difference. You’re here to bring direction and hope to others.
Light stands out—it shows the way. You’re here to show the world how to live with purpose and succeed despite obstacles.
In John 8:12, Jesus said, “I am the light of the world. He who follows Me shall not walk in darkness, but have the light of life.” Now that light is in you!
Think about Isaiah 9:2, it says, “The people who walked in darkness have seen a great light.” That’s you—they see God’s light through you. Your ministry is to turn people from darkness to light, from the power of Satan to God (Acts 26:18).
The light of God’s righteousness is the greatest light, and you’re the one carrying it. So go out boldly and share the Gospel wherever you are. Shine His light for everyone to see! Praise God!
Go Deeper
Acts 26:16-18; Matthew 24:14; Mark 16:15-16
Speak:
I’m the bearer of God’s righteousness—taking the light of the Gospel, which has been committed to my trust, to the ends of the earth. Through me, many are turned from darkness to light and catapulted into their inheritance in the Kingdom of Light. Amen.
Daily Bible Reading
ONE YEAR
Mark 15:1-20, Numbers 32-33
TWO YEAR
Acts 27:9-20, Psalm 74
Act:
Prayerfully identify places where young people gather and share the Gospel with them.