Matthew 5:14-16: Shine Where You Are Placed ✨🏙️
You were not created to hide. Your light is meant to be seen.
"You are the light of the world. A city set on a hill cannot be hidden... Let your light shine before others, that they may see your good deeds and glorify your Father in heaven." — Matthew 5:14-16
Jesus gives us a clear mandate:
Your Identity (You ARE the Light): Your essence is illuminated by Christ; this isn't something you strive to become, but who you are.
Your Visibility (A Ci... moreMatthew 5:14-16: Shine Where You Are Placed ✨🏙️
You were not created to hide. Your light is meant to be seen.
"You are the light of the world. A city set on a hill cannot be hidden... Let your light shine before others, that they may see your good deeds and glorify your Father in heaven." — Matthew 5:14-16
Jesus gives us a clear mandate:
Your Identity (You ARE the Light): Your essence is illuminated by Christ; this isn't something you strive to become, but who you are.
Your Visibility (A City on a Hill): Your life is watched, and your actions stand out. You cannot shrink into the darkness.
Your Mission (The Good Deeds): Your actions are not for self-glorification, but a pointed arrow, drawing others to praise and glorify God in heaven.
Today, wherever you are, remember: you are a lamp placed by God in the world's darkness. Don't put your light under a bowl. Live your faith boldly, and let your good deeds point the way to the Father!
✠Sir John Scivoletti✠
✠Turco, Joan of Arc Priory✠
Act and God will Act (Actus et Deus Act)
