Matthew 5:16 · KJV
"Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works, and glorify your Father which is in heaven."
King James Version
What does Matthew 5:16 mean? →Passage Context
Devotional Reflection
Our lives won't be a waste. We will either lead people away from God or show them how important it is to stay true to Him. Let's make an effort today to show God's holiness and grace in everything we say and do.
Prayer
O God, grant that through the things I say, do, and influence, others may see Your holiness and grace and come to recognize Your majesty and power. In Jesus' precious name, I pray. Amen.
As Christians, we are not supposed to cut ourselves off from the rest of the world. We are not meant to live alone or as monks. Instead, we should realize that we live in a dark world and try to be light. We shouldn't be like little candles hidden in a bedroom, but like candles on stands that everyone can see, or like cities on hills that can't be hidden. Our goal isn't to get people's attention, but to help them see the amazing grace of our Father.
Prayer
Dear Heavenly Father, I pray that my actions today and every day will benefit others, so that they may have a clearer understanding of You and Your love. In Jesus' precious name, I pray. Amen.
Our lives won't be a wash. We will either lead people away from God or show them how important it is to stay true to Him. Let's make an effort today to show God's holiness and grace in everything we say and do.
Prayer
God, I pray that what I say, what I do, and how I live my life will show others Your holiness and grace and lead them to recognize Your majesty and power. In Jesus' precious name, I pray. Amen.
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