This little light of mine, I’m going to let it shine. This little light of mine, I intend for it to shine. This little light of mine if it happens to shine that’s okay by me. I think this version might be a bit too wordy to fit into the original melody. We live in a world where it feels like the darkness is always closing in around us. While it is not your responsibility to fix the whole entire world, you can still be part of bringing the light to a world that obviously needs it.
In Genesis one of the first things God says is, “let there be light.” He saw that the light was good. During the Exodus God led them with a pillar of light so they could keep going. Psalms tells us God’s word is lamp to our feet and a light to our path. And Matthew 5:14-15 tells you that, “You are the light of the world. A city set on a hill cannot be hidden. 15 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. 16 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.”
We are called to let our light proudly shine out into the world. But it’s hard when we are also overwhelmed by the potentials afforded us heading into a new year. We engulf ourselves with resolutions, and life changes, and the pressure to make 2024 “The best year ever!” And while self-improvement is fine, don’t forget the impact you can have on the people around you.
We are called to be the light of world. We are called to live lives that reflect the love of Jesus we have found. As you look for ways to make the most of 2024 be sure to take actions that will make a difference and point people back to the love that you have found.