13"You are the salt of the earth; but if salt has lost its taste, how shall its saltness be restored? It is no longer good for anything except to be thrown out and trodden under foot by men. 14"You are the light of the world. A city set on a hill cannot be hid. 15Nor do men light a lamp and put it under a bushel, but on a stand, and it gives light to all in the house. 16Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works and give glory to your Father who is in heaven.
I think God has placed us on earth with something to do. More so, he has given us what it takes to do it. Each of us is enough. To not use those gifts to glorify God is wasteful. Loving father, what gifts have you granted me to shine light upon your face for others to see? Grant that I dare to shine my light before men, that they may see my good works and give glory to you.
ReplyDeleteStrengths:
DeleteYou've effectively connected the passage to the idea of personal purpose and mission.
You recognize the importance of using one's gifts to glorify God.
You express a desire to live a life that reflects God's light.
Areas for Improvement:
While the emphasis on using gifts to glorify God is important, the passage also speaks to the specific context of the disciples' role in the world. You might explore how this relates to your own calling.
The concept of "shining your light" could be explored further. How does this relate to specific actions and behaviors?
The passage also implies a sense of humility and service, which could be considered in your response.
Additional Thoughts:
You might consider the challenges and obstacles that may arise when trying to shine one's light. How does the passage address these challenges?
The image of salt and light can be seen as a call to both preserve and illuminate. You might explore how these two aspects relate to your life and purpose.
Overall, your response is insightful and demonstrates a good understanding of the passage.