Light of the world

Light of the world

As a Sunday School teacher teaching about creation, I would turn out the lights to emphasize light dispels darkness. Light is so important to us, not only is it the first thing created, but it is necessary to grow things and prevent one from being hurt or stubbing your toe.

In the beginning, God created the heavens and the earth. The earth was without form and void, and darkness was on the face of the deep. And the Spirit of God was hovering over the face of the waters. Then God said, “Let there be light,”; and there was light. Genesis 1: 1-3.

Additionally, the sermon on the mount in Matthew 5 says we are to be the salt to the earth and light to the world.

“You are the salt of the earth; but if the salt loses its flavor, how shall it be seasoned? It is then good for nothing but to be thrown out and trampled underfoot by men.“You are the light of the world. A city that is set on a hill cannot be hidden.Nor do they light a lamp and put it under a basket, but on a lampstand, and it gives light to all who are in the house.Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works and glorify your Father in heaven. Matthew 5: 13-16.

Our word is light, and it is in the Bible 278 times; light means the natural agent that stimulates sight and makes things visible.

God is so good; he gave us light. Beloved, where would we be without light. It is currently dark in the morning when I leave for work, yet the lights in my car and the headlights illuminate the road. Soon, it will be dark when I get off work also. I dread this time of the year. However, where would we be without lights?

Jesus is the ultimate source of light.

Then Jesus spoke to them again, saying, “I am the light of the world. He who follows Me shall not walk in darkness, but have the light of life.” John 8:12. 

When we have Jesus as our savior, we walk in the light of the His mercy and grace.

Do you think that the writer of the song, “This Little Light of Mine,” coined the words from Matthew 5?

Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works and glorify your Father in heaven. Matthew 5:16. 

As a Sunday School teacher, I loved to teach “This Little Light Of Mine,” the joy on each child’s face as they hold their little index finger signaling God’s light.

Another beautiful song, read the words.