City on a Hill
A city on a hill, unhidden in the darkness—glowing with the light of Christ within.
Devotional Credit: Days of Heaven on Earth by A.B. Simpson
Photo Credit: Unsplash
Today’s reflection by A.B. Simpson calls me to remember: I am the light of the world because Christ is the Light within me. The devotional emphasizes that we do not possess light in ourselves, but like lamps and candlesticks, we must first be lit by the flame of His Spirit. It is Christ who shines, and we are His chosen vessels to carry that light into a world otherwise cloaked in darkness. He could have chosen any means, but He chose us.
The warning is sobering—we may be the only expression of Christ someone ever sees. That means our lives, in every setting, are an opportunity to reflect His radiance: at home, in casual conversations, even in unnoticed moments. There is no room for dimness, for if we withhold the Light, the darkness prevails.
The instruction is clear: stay trimmed, stay filled, stay burning. Not through our own efforts or glow, but through continual dependence on the indwelling Spirit. In that steady flame, the lost will find their way.
✍🏼 Personalized Journal Entry – Voice of the Holy Spirit Through Scripture
I have made My home in you, and from within, I radiate. You do not need to fabricate light—you only need to yield. I am the Light of the world, and I have chosen to shine through your life like a city set on a hill. You were once darkness, but now you are light in Me. Walk as a child of light.
Do not fear the smallness of your platform or the quietness of your days. You carry within you the very flame that darkness cannot overcome. I have kindled you with eternal fire—unquenchable, holy, and pure. The oil of My Spirit never runs dry for those who draw continually from Me.
Stay filled. Stay open. Stay lit.
Let your gentleness be radiant. Let your words be seasoned with grace. Let your presence be steady and sure, because I abide in you always. There is no need to shout to be seen; My light pierces through with peace.
You are not trying to be a light. You are a light—because I dwell in you. You will not flicker, because I am faithful. Keep your lamp trimmed with surrender and filled with My presence. I will do the shining.
Scriptures referenced: Matthew 5:14–16; Ephesians 5:8; John 8:12; Philippians 2:15; 2 Corinthians 4:6; Zechariah 4:1–6
🕯 Real-Life Analogy
It’s like a motion-sensing nightlight plugged into the wall. It doesn’t try to shine all the time—it simply remains connected and lets the source do the work. When darkness comes, it responds automatically. It doesn’t panic; it just glows.
🙏🏼 Prayer of Confidence
Father, I thank You that Christ, the Light of the world, lives in me. I rejoice that I don’t have to generate brilliance—I only need to yield to Your presence. You have placed me where You want Your light to shine. So I rest in Your life within, trusting You to make me a steady flame in a flickering world. Wherever I go, I trust You to shine. I am Yours.