“Arise, shine, for your light has come, and the glory of the Lord rises upon you.” Isaiah 60:1
What if a single flicker of flame could spark hope in someone else’s darkness? Imagine a single candle flickering in a window on a dark night, its warm glow a beacon of hope for weary travelers. This light not only guides the lost back home but reminds us of our own purpose: ‘to shine brightly where we are planted.’ Just as that candle draws people in, your invitations to others can shine brightly in their lives, illuminating hearts with love and joy.
Remember, “Be a window for the sun, be transparent enough that what warms you can warm the world.” Therefore, this Christmas season, consider who in your life might benefit from that glow. A simple act of inviting a neighbor or coworker to your home or Christmas Eve service can create a space where joy, love, and community thrive. This is the moment to share the warmth of your heart — like that steadfast candle — bringing people closer to the light of Christ.
Matthew 5:14–16 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.”
Isaiah 60:1 calls us to “arise and shine; for your light has come, and the glory of the Lord has risen upon you.” When you share the Gospel, it’s as if you are igniting a chain reaction of light. One act of kindness, like inviting someone to join in a celebration, can spark their own journey toward faith. Just as the Ethiopian eunuch found understanding and faith through Philip (Acts 8:26-39), so too can your invitation lead another to experience the love of Jesus.
As D.T. Niles said, “Evangelism is one beggar telling another where to find bread.” Your life is a testimony to God’s grace — a candle flickering in the lives of others. By extending an invitation, you’re not just offering someone a seat at your table; you’re sharing the very essence of what gives you hope and light. Amen. John 1:5 says, “The light shines in the darkness, and the darkness has not overcome it.” Amen.
Prayer for the Day!
Dear Heavenly Father, thank You for the light You have placed in our lives. Brethren, may the Holy Spirit help you shine brightly in your communities as you invite others to experience God’s love. May your words be seasoned with grace, your hands quick to serve, and your hearts steadfast in compassion. Let your homes become havens of peace, your workplaces fields for integrity, and your friendships bridges of reconciliation. Be patient with the weary, gentle with the broken, and courageous in truth, that your lives might testify to the hope you carry. In Jesus’ name. Amen.
