Monday 29 September 2014

September 29, 2014 Let your light shine - "Why?"


We continue to look at the theme verse for the year.  We have answered who (you), what (let your light shine) and the when and where (anytime and anywhere/everywhere) in regards to letting our light shine.  This week we will look at why.  Why are we called to let our light shine?  The answer is right in the Matthew 5:16.  We are called to let our light shine so that others may see our good deeds and praise our Father in heaven.  It is profound and simple.  We are called to this important task so that our light points others to God.   We don’t shine for our own sake or to win others to our own cause.  We are called to be faithful reflections of God’s image so that they will see a glimpse of our heavenly Father.  Doing good can also be seen as the manifestation of our faith.  We are called in Colossians 3, “And whatever you do, in word or deed, do everything in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through him.”  Living our lives in response and in gratitude for all that Christ has accomplished and paid for on our behalf if good and holy to do. May you find purpose in shining for His kingdom.  ~Mr. Bouwers

 

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