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Every True Christian to be a Light Bearer, July 2
I am the light of the world.
John 9:5
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God desires us to shine as lights in the world. Darkness has covered the earth,
and gross darkness the people; and Christ says to His followers, “Let your light
so shine before men, that they may see your good works, and glorify your Father
which is in heaven.” We are to give the light of truth to others, ever asking, ever
receiving, ever imparting, working in all simplicity through the sanctification of
the Spirit.
Christ pointed out the position His people should occupy when He said, “Ye
are the light of the world.” From the members of the church there is to go forth an
influence which shall enlighten others. The Light-giver arranges the lamps so that
all in His house (the world) may be enlightened. He has an inexhaustible supply
of light, and He places those who truly believe in Him where they will shine
brighter and brighter. Constantly our light is to increase in brightness because we
are constantly receiving light from the Source of all light. Beholding Christ, we
are to become changed into His image, reflecting His light to the world.
Each soul united to Christ becomes a light in God’s house. Each is to receive
and impart, letting his light shine forth in clear, bright rays. We are held responsible
by God if we do not let light shine to those who are in darkness. God has given
each member of His church the work of giving light to the world, and those who
faithfully act their part in this work will receive an increasing supply of light to
impart. By His Spirit the Lord will mold and fashion the human agent, quickening
his energies, and giving him light wherewith to enlighten others.
Life always shows itself in action. If the heart is living, it will send the lifeblood
to every part of the body. Those whose hearts are filled with spiritual life will not
need to be urged to reveal this life. The divine life will flow forth from them in
rich currents of grace. As they pray, and as they speak, God is glorified.
There is no limit to the Lord’s efficiency. He is prepared to advance and to add
new territory to His kingdom; but His people must do their part in carrying forward
this work. “Ask, and it shall be given you” is the promise. Our part is to rest on the
word with unwavering faith, believing that God will do according to His promise.
Let faith cut its way through the shadows of the enemy. When a questioning doubt
arises, go to Christ, and let the soul be encouraged by communion with Him.
The redemption He has purchased for us is complete. The offering He made was
plenteous and without stint. Heaven has a never-failing supply of help for all who
need help.—
The Bible Echo, June 11, 1900
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