Shining in the Darkness

I love the concept of shining. Scripture uses it often.

Many passages talk about God’s light shining on us.(1)

For example:

☆ "For God, who said, 'Let light shine out of darkness,' made his light shine in our hearts to give us the light of the knowledge of God's glory displayed in the face of Christ." 2 Corinthians 4:6

And when Christ's light shines on us, we can’t help but reflect it!

☆ "Those who are wise will shine as bright as the sky, and those who lead many to righteousness will shine like the stars forever." Daniel 12:3

☆ "Then the righteous will shine like the sun in the kingdom of their Father." Matthew 13:43

When we come to Christ, we pass from darkness to light and we shine because we walk in His light (Ephesians 5:8-14). 

We are warned not to hide our light but to let it shine so people may see our good deeds and glorify God (Matthew 5:14-16). 

So let’s shine (Philippians 2:14-15)!
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See also: Shine Like Stars in Our Fallen Culture

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Isaiah 60:1: "Arise, shine, for your light has come, and the glory of the LORD rises upon you.
Psalm 31:16: Let your face shine on your servant; save me in your unfailing love.
Numbers 6:25: the LORD make his face shine on you and be gracious to you
Psalm 80:3: Restore us, O God; make your face shine on us, that we may be saved.
Psalm 80:19: Restore us, LORD God Almighty; make your face shine on us, that we may be saved.

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