Daily Devotional - June 30, 2025

 

6/30/25

Good morning, Friends, 

Matthew 5:14-16 -[14] “You are the light of the world—like a city on a hilltop that cannot be hidden. [15] No one lights a lamp and then puts it under a basket. Instead, a lamp is placed on a stand, where it gives light to everyone in the house. 1[6] In the same way, let your good deeds shine out for all to see, so that everyone will praise your heavenly Father.

There's a a major difference between a "sparkling" ✨ versus "shining". A sparkle is an intermittent flash of light whereas, a lamp radiates a light source that is steady, constant, and continuous. 

Disciples of Christ are the light of the world, because Christ shines through us. This beacon of transformation cannot hide.You can't play hide and seek becuase it will ALWAYS BE FOUND! Christ Jesus is meant to shine 24/7 through our entire being, which gives glory to the Father.

Ever wonder why people compliment your character? Or when they talk to you they feel so encouraged and connected? Trust me, it's certainly not your charming personality, sorry 😣 . It's light source, King Jesus, shining through you for the glory of God.  Give God glory every time you are complimented for things that are biblically required for the people of God. You are empowered by, driven by, led by, directed by, transformed by, renewed by, built up by, encouraged by, strengthened by, moved by, and purchase by God!!!! Every good thing about us came from Him and we acknowledge the fact that if it were not for him, we would still be in darkness. 

Don't sparkle!!! Let your light shine, not for you but for praise of your heavenly Father. Light attracts. You may think you're the attraction, but you're not, HE is. 

So, be the beacon in the darkness, 

be the lamp in the night, 

be the match in the room!!! 

ON YOUR MARK.... GET SET... SHINE!!!!!!!!!!!! 💡 

Maranatha (The Lord is coming)  
Soli Deo Gloria (Glory to God Alone)

- Grace & Peace
Pastor Trent