Jacie Conley- "It was a cold, sunny day in November. My son and I stood in the doorway, looking at our front yard. The grass was brown and dead from the recent frost we had received, but the sky was blue with only a few clouds, and the sun shone brightly. Although the ground looked dull and lifeless, the sky looked bright and hopeful.
Our glass door separated us from the cold, but we could still feel the warmth of the sun. My son commented that the sun’s warmth through the window was his favorite thing about winter. Even though it was cold outside, we could still feel the warmth of the sun through the glass.
As Christians, we are to be the warmth and light of the world. When we accept salvation from Jesus Christ, He puts His light inside us. We then become a light to those around us. We shine brightly for Jesus by speaking with love and being kind and encouraging to others.
In our world, we encounter cruelty, hate, and cold-hearted people. Many deal with darkness. Life has taken more from them than it has given. As a result, they are hurt and bitter and project what they feel onto others.
Others need love and light. They need to see the light of Jesus in us. Just as darkness can be seen in the world, so can light. It’s always a pleasant experience to encounter a person with a smile on their face and a kind word on their lips.
Let’s be the light Jesus wants us to be. When you encounter people, smile and speak a kind word. If you can help them, do so. Make a point to leave some of Christ’s joy with them. You may be the only glimpse of Jesus they see."
"You are the light of the world. A town built on a hill cannot be hidden."
Matthew 5:14 NIV
When it was brought to my attention in a conversation, that my fearful reaction to probable correction, was stemming from the way I was treated in my marriage. I expected the same treatment from others what I'd received over the years in my second marriage.
1371-1375 One-line Scriptures for those of you who want to learn some more verses this week- or to review them from when they were first posted-
What can be more essential and practical when you have the Word of God and the indwelling Counselor, the Holy Spirit? What can be more important to cherish and heed, than the mind of Christ? The Bible, the voice of the Spirit, and the mind of Christ. These are the primary resources for our guidance! May we use and appreciate them.
The North Country Christian Fellowship Center Churches,
located in the St. Lawrence county of NY,
broadcast their Sunday services at 10 or 10:15
You can view past services too.
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