“For you were once darkness, but now you are light in the Lord. Live as children of light (for the fruit of the light consists in all goodness, righteousness and truth) and find out what pleases the Lord.”
Ephesians 5:8–10
Paul reminds us that our identity has been radically transformed: once we were darkness, but now we are light in the Lord. This is not something we earn or create on our own—it is the gift of Jesus, who declared, “I am the light of the world. Whoever follows me will never walk in darkness, but will have the light of life” (John 8:12). To live as children of light is to live as followers of Jesus.
The fruit of this light shows up in three ways: goodness, righteousness, and truth. Goodness shines outward in generosity and kindness toward others. Righteousness looks upward, keeping our lives aligned with God’s holiness. Truth shines inward, creating integrity so that who we are in private matches who we are in public. These qualities not only reflect God’s character but also please the Lord.
Living in the light is an intentional choice. It means allowing Christ to expose the hidden corners of our hearts, bringing confession, freedom, and renewal. As His light fills us, we become beacons to others—small lamps lit by the true Light of the world. Every word, every act, every relationship can then become a reflection of Jesus, who shines through us into a dark world in need of His hope.
Prayer
Lord Jesus, You are the Light of the world. We thank You for calling us out of darkness into Your marvelous light. Teach us to walk each day as children of light—bearing goodness, righteousness, and truth. Shine in the hidden places of our hearts, and let Your light flow through us so that others may see Your love and be drawn to You. Amen.
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