Be a Light

[260 words] “You are the light of the world. A city set on a hill cannot be hidden. Nor do people light a lamp and put it  under a basket, but on a stand, and it gives light to all in the house. In the same way, let your light shine  before others, so that they may see your good works and give glory to your Father who is in heaven.” ( Matthew 5:14-16)  How can we “shine” in such a way that the Lord is given glory? How can we be the light that Jesus expects to be?  For one thing, Jesus tells us, “Love your enemies and pray for those who persecute you” (Matthew 5:44). That is to say, we should continue to show kindness to those who have been unkind to us—to be kind even when others would not be—and to earnestly pray for their righteous welfare!…