A Light to Share

Bible Reading: Matthew 5:14-16

“Come on, Dad. We’re ready,” called Lina. They had all gathered for family night. It was storming outside, but in the den, they felt snug and cozy with plenty of games and popcorn.

“Coming,” Dad called from the bedroom.

Just then the power went out. “Oh no!” said Manuel. “No lights!”

“Now what do we do?” Lina asked.

“Honey,” Mom called, “bring that big candle from the bedroom, please. There are matches in the drawer there too.”

“Okay,” said Dad. “I hope I can find them in the dark—ouch! Stubbed my toe on the dresser!” A moment later they saw a glow in the bedroom as Dad lit a match, and he soon arrived in the den with the flickering candle.

“I hope the power won’t be off long,” said Manuel. He was eager to play games and munch on popcorn.

“I don’t even care. I like the room with just the candlelight,” Lina said.

Before long, they all agreed they could see well enough to play a game. “It’s amazing what a difference a small light makes, isn’t it?” said Mom.

Lina nodded. “When the lights first went out, the dark seemed kind of scary, but when Dad brought in the candle, it lit up the whole room.”

“A dark room may seem scary,” said Dad, “but it’s not nearly as scary as the darkness of sin people live in when they don’t know Jesus. They have good reason to live in fear. We need to share the light of God’s love and truth with them so they no longer have to go on stumbling in darkness.”

“Like you were in the bedroom when you stubbed your toe, Dad?” Manuel asked with a grin.

“Something like that,” said Dad, “but if they don’t come to the light—to Jesus—they’ll have much more serious consequences.”

“So we have to let our lights shine, just like it said in the verse I learned at church last week,” Lina said. “We need to tell people about Jesus and let them know how much He loves them.” – Robert Truesdale

How About You?

Are you sharing Jesus’ love and truth with those around you? Don’t hide His light because you’re embarrassed about what others might think or say about you. Many people are stumbling in the darkness of sin, and they need the light of Jesus in their lives. Tell others about Him and show His love in all you do. Share His much-needed light with others.

Today’s Key Verse:
Matthew 5:16 Let your light shine before others, that they may see your good deeds and glorify your Father in heaven. (NIV)

Today’s Key Thought:

Share the light of Jesus