This is authentic Christian living…we become lights in the world. Two verses after telling us “You are lights in the world” Jesus went on to explain our purpose toward others: “Let your light shine before men in such a way that they may see your good works, and glorify your Father who is in Heaven” (Matt. 5:14, 15 NASB). Paul, taking his cue by meditating on his Master’s teaching expressed the same concept this way:
