Let His Light Shine Through You in the New Year

Let His Light Shine Through You

The other night, I went outside with Lucy Lu, my dog, so she could use the bathroom. It was one of those cold, crisp nights where the stars were scattered across the sky, twinkling brightly. The beauty of the night caught me off guard.

I turned on my flashlight to scan the yard for any predators, and that’s when I saw something that took my breath away. The frost-covered grass sparkled under the light, shimmering like diamonds. It was stunning, but it struck me how plain and ordinary the grass looked without the light shining on it. Without the light, it was just frozen grass. But with the light? It was extraordinary.

We’re Ordinary Without the Light of Jesus

As I stood there admiring the view, I couldn’t help but think about how much this mirrors our lives. Without the light of Jesus shining on us, we’re just plain and ordinary—like that frost in the dark. But when His light shines on us, we sparkle and reflect His glory, and others can see Him through us.

Matthew 5:14-16 (NIV):
“You are the light of the world. A town built 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. In the same way, let your light shine before others, that they may see your good deeds and glorify your Father in heaven.”

The beauty we reflect isn’t our own; it comes from Him. When we allow His light to shine through us—through our words, our actions, and the way we treat others—people don’t just see us; they see Jesus.

Looking Ahead to a New Year

As this year comes to an end, it’s a natural time to reflect on how we’ve let Jesus’ light shine through us in 2024. Have we been the kind of people who reflect His love and kindness? Have we shown patience, grace, and forgiveness to others?

I’ll be honest—late-night reflections like this remind me of areas where I could do better. It’s easy to let the busyness of life dim our light. But with the New Year approaching, we have a fresh opportunity to let His light shine brighter than ever.

2 Corinthians 4:6 (NIV):
“For God, who said, ‘Let light shine out of darkness,’ made his light shine in our hearts to give us the light of the knowledge of God’s glory displayed in the face of Christ.”

Let’s make 2025 the year where we become better conduits for Jesus. A conduit doesn’t generate the light; it allows the light to flow through it freely. That’s all Jesus asks of us—to let His love and grace flow through us so others can see Him.

Becoming a Conduit for His Light

Here’s the thing about being a conduit: it’s not about striving or trying to shine brighter on our own. It’s about staying connected to the source—Jesus. When we remain in Him, His light naturally shines through us.

John 15:5 (NIV):
“I am the vine; you are the branches. If you remain in me and I in you, you will bear much fruit; apart from me you can do nothing.”

So, as we step into 2025, let’s ask ourselves:

• How can I stay better connected to Jesus this year?
• What areas of my life need His light to shine?
• How can I reflect His light to others in my daily life?

To GOD Goes The Glory

Have A Blessed Day

Let’s End with a Prayer

Heavenly Father, thank You for sending Jesus, the Light of the World, to shine in our lives. We confess that, without Your light, we are plain and ordinary, but through You, we can reflect Your beauty and love. As we step into the New Year, help us to stay connected to You and become better conduits for Your light. Let Your love shine through us so brightly that others see You in everything we do. May 2025 be a year where we glorify You in all areas of our lives.
In Jesus’ name, Amen.