A Devotional Thought From Matthew

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

                Christmas lights are a joy to us all. The red, yellow, green, blue, white, and whatever color lights brightened the darkness of the world in the midst of winter cold. I really enjoy the Christmas lights. Red, and yellow, green, and white, they make this season bright, festive, and beautiful. Each single bulb, string of lights, or old-fashioned candle, contributes to the light that overcomes the darkness of the chilling night.

                Our society with its political correctness can wink and call it winter holiday, community decoration, or party time, but we all know those twinkling lights are a signal that the Lord has come, and because of him, Jesus (God incarnate), there is a good news light in this world.

                That’s the application of this word from Jesus to his followers here in the Sermon on the Mount that I want to make. Let your light (testimony, actions, worship, behavior) so shine, be a bright light in the darkness of this sinful world, in other words be a symbol of Christmas.  Be a little light, red, yellow, black and white, for God, be a sunbeam for Jesus, be a Christmas decoration.  Always let the whole world know the Lord has come, and salvation and joy are offered to all who will receive him.

                When the world winks and says “Happy Holidays,” wink back and say “Thank you for that Christmas greeting.”