“You are the light of the world.” Matthew 5:14

For years the national hotel chain, Motel 6, had a very catchy slogan, “We’ll keep the light on for you.” There really is a great truth behind these words, and for me they are a great reminder of what Jesus said to us in Matthew 5, which says,

“You are the light of the world. A town built on a hill cannot be hidden. Neither do people light a lamp and put it under a bowl. Instead they put it on its stand, and it gives light to everyone in the house. In the same way, let your light shine before others, that they may see your good deeds and glorify your Father in heaven.” Matthew 5:14-16

Whether you think of yourself as a source of light or not, you are. Your smile, your words of kindness and encouragement, your laughter, all bring light into the lives of those around you. Be the light burning within you today.