Let me tell you something, folks. Matthew 5:14 says, “You are the light of the world. A town built on a hill cannot be hidden.” Now, if you’ve ever driven through the back roads of South Carolina Country at night, you know how dark it can get. That kind of darkness makes you grateful for any light, even a flicker. But imagine coming over a hill and seeing a whole town lit up, shining like hope itself. That’s what Jesus is talking about here.

He’s saying you are that light. Not your neighbor. Not just the preacher. You. And you weren’t made to blend in or hide away. God built you to shine. Now, that doesn’t mean you have to be flashy or loud. A little light can do a lot of good in the dark. A kind word, a helping hand, or just showing up when someone needs you—that’s shining your light.

So don’t go hiding your light under a basket of fear or doubt. God put His spark in you for a reason. Let it shine. Because the world’s got enough shadows. Be the light that helps someone find their way home.