Leave the Light On

<p>A hotel chain&rsquo;s commercial featured one little building standing amidst a dark night. Nothing else was around. The only light in the scene came from a small lamp near the door on the porch of the building. The bulb cast enough illumination for a visitor to walk up the steps and enter the building. The commercial ended with the phrase, &ldquo;We&rsquo;ll leave the light on for you.&rdquo;</p> <p>&nbsp;A porch light is akin to a welcome sign, reminding weary travelers that there&rsquo;s a comfortable place still open where they can stop and rest. The light invites those passing by to come on in and escape from the dark, weary journey.</p> <p>Jesus says the life of believers in Him should resemble that of a welcoming light. He told His followers, &ldquo;You are the light of the world. A town built on a hill cannot be hidden&rdquo; (Matthew 5:14). As believers, we&rsquo;re to illuminate a dark world.</p> <p>As He directs and empowers us, &ldquo;they may see [our] good deeds and glorify [our] Father in heaven&rdquo; (v. 16). And as we leave our lights on, others will feel welcomed to come to us to learn more about the one true Light of the world&mdash;Jesus (John 8:12).&nbsp; In a weary and dark world, His light always remains on.</p> <p>Have you left your light on? As Jesus shines through you today, others may see and begin radiating His light too.</p>