More on Identity

More on Identity

Let your so shine before men, that they may see your good works, and glory your Father which is in heaven. Matthew 5:16 (NKJV)

Bible Reading: Matthew 5:13-16

In today’s reading, Christians are directly called salt and light. These identities are strong, definite and essential to life. Light for instance is important for life, no wonder God began creation by creating Light. Christians are a product of the Light; Christ Jesus and we are to shine forth the life of Christ for the world to see and glorify our Father in heaven.

Our identity defines our purpose. What we define ourselves to be eventually affects what, why and how we do anything. As the light of the world, you are meant to be a light bearer, shining forth the light of Christ Jesus, His truth and His gospel in order to bring others to the gospel of light which is in Christ Jesus. As salt of the earth, you have been called to season lives around you. Let your words, actions, thought and pursuit point others to Christ and add value to people’s destinies.

Dear friend, you cannot afford to lose your saltiness, essence and nature that you carry; your light cannot be hidden due to environmental influence or dictates of the world. Don’t be like a chameleon that has no identity but blends into everything– as the environment dictates or demands. You are a child of God, hence, shine your light for the glory of the risen King Christ Jesus.

Self–Reflection: Let your light shine!

Daily Confession: Lord, thank You for who I am in You and help me to stand for You and live for Your glory in all things in Jesus’ name.

Intercessory prayer: Commit your family members into God’s hands to fulfil their purpose.

Song: This little light of mine

I’m gonna let it shine

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