Date: Wednesday, 7th February, 2024
Text: Matthew 5:14-16
Author: Pastor Adedeji Fadehan
Exhortation:
If you are son or daughter of light, anywhere you find yourself, don’t hide your identity. Let everyone know who you are and what you stand for.
Many years ago, I taught in a school in the Northern part of Nigeria. It was examination time and I was one of the invigilators. They all knew me and what I stood for, so when they wanted to engage in examination malpractices, they knew I would not be in support, so the supervisors, being complicit, stylishly asked me to leave the venue and I obliged. It is better that way, than soiling my hands.
The reason why the sons of darkness keep patronizing you is because you have not made your stand clear. In order for you to stay holy, let your convictions be made clear to everyone. How can you be a Christian sister and the worldly people mistake you for a prostitute? If you are a true child of God, dress and act like one.
The word of God says, “Ye are the light of the world. A city that is set on an hill cannot be hid; neither do men light a candle, and put it under a bushel, but on a candlestick; and it giveth light unto all that are in the house.Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works, and glorify your Father which is in heaven.” Matthew 5:14-16
Light does not blend with darkness; rather, it chases darkness away.
Humble yourself and engage in the work of God everywhere you find yourself. Do not be a bench warmer. Be active in soul winning and in God’s work in your local assembly.
Prayer Nugget: Father, please, help me to always shine as light in this dark world in Jesus name.