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Luke 11:33 · KJV

"No man, when he hath lighted a candle, putteth it in a secret place, neither under a bushel, but on a candlestick, that they which come in may see the light."

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Passage Context

31The queen of the south shall rise up in the judgment with the men of this generation, and condemn them: for she came from the utmost parts of the earth to hear the wisdom of Solomon; and, behold, a greater than Solomon is here.
32The men of Nineve shall rise up in the judgment with this generation, and shall condemn it: for they repented at the preaching of Jonas; and, behold, a greater than Jonas is here.
33No man, when he hath lighted a candle, putteth it in a secret place, neither under a bushel, but on a candlestick, that they which come in may see the light.
34The light of the body is the eye: therefore when thine eye is single, thy whole body also is full of light; but when thine eye is evil, thy body also is full of darkness.
35Take heed therefore that the light which is in thee be not darkness.

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Reflection Questions

1

How do you let your light shine in your community?

2

What does it mean for you to be a light in the world?

3

When have you felt your light was hidden or diminished?

Life Application

faith

Be intentional about sharing your faith and values with others.

work

Let your integrity and kindness reflect your beliefs in your workplace.

Connection to Jesus

character of jesus

This verse illustrates Jesus as the light of the world, emphasizing the importance of revealing truth and goodness.

See also: Matthew 5:14

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