Light is an important part of every believer's faith walk. There are three distinct purposes of light (in the metaphorical sense) that are revealed in Scripture.
1. Truth Light: "I am the light of the world: he that followeth me shall not walk in darkness, but shall have the light of life" (John 8:12). God is the truth light. He reveals all truth. Without knowing God one cannot begin to see the world with proper understanding. Truth light is the source of all hope for those who believe.
2. Guiding Light: "Thy word is a lamp unto my feet, and a light unto my path" (Psalm 119:105). As pilgrims in this world, it becomes difficult to know what direction one should take in this life. Some well-intentioned folk might suggest one route. Others are observed to experience success taking another route. But it is only through following the guiding light of God's Word; which is light sufficient for the next step forward.
3. Beacon Light: "Ye are the light of the world. A city set on a hill cannot be hid" (Matthew 5:14). Each believer is a beacon light. When the world observes the believer, it might be perplexed; thinking that the life of the believer is bizarre at first. After sufficient investigation, the world should start to recognize the hope that the believer possesses. Purpose driven lives filled with good deeds, good words, and filled with true happiness serve as a beacon to a dark and dreary world. Such light draws the seeker who knows that the darkness has nothing to offer.
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