The world we live in today is a very dark place, you don't have to go very far to hear about negative things going on or seeing how people live their lives in misery, sadness, depression, etc. 

I like the picture of the lighthouse that lights the seashore in a stormy night so ships won't crash

The light from the lighthouse also gives the ship a point of reference helping them navigate to their intended destination.

We are the same way, we are the light that shines in this world of darkness, we are the tools that God uses to shine His love on others.

We are the light which God uses to direct people to Him.

One thing that we must remember and that is very easy to fall into, is becoming like the rest of the world, it is easy to be influenced by the negativity and darkness from the world.

 Did you know that one of the things that discourages people the most from going to church is Christians themselves?

 Yes, believe it or not, it is true!

 If you go out and ask people why they don't go to church, they will tell you they can find better appreciation or attitudes from the people of the world, they don't notice a different from the world or the church. I believe that as true believers, we must make a difference, we must not be conformed to the world and be like the world and be true lights and shine the love of Christ to the those who really need it.

Make it a point today to shine your light before men, and be a light for Christ.