Light of the World

Southern Africa is currently faced with an impending power deficit. The power utility in Zimbabwe has introduced loadshedding as a way of preserving power.

On one such night at our home, we had a single candle which we were using to light up the house. It was so dark that in some instances one would not be able to tell their left hand from their right. We delighted in the single candle that we had.

I remembered the words of our Lord Jesus Christ in Matthew 5.14-16:

"You are the light of the world. A city on a hill cannot be hidden. Neither do people light a lamp and put it under a bowl. Instead they put it on its stand, and it gives light to everyone in the house."

The scripture came alive. I could now visualise what the Lord meant and realised my role before God. So now when its lights out at our house, I no longer grumble. I remember and cherish the words of Christ.

"In the same way, let your light shine before men, that they may see your good deeds and praise your Father in heaven."