The Mission Continues - January 1st 2026
- Pastor Chris Oyakhilome
- Dec 31, 2025
- 2 min read
Updated: 6 days ago
Thursday, 1st January, 2026
By Pastor Chris Oyakhilome
“Ye are the light of the world… Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works, and glorify your Father which is in heaven” (Matthew 5:14,16 KJV).
Light is that which describes; it gives direction. Light doesn’t argue with darkness; it simply shines and dispels darkness. You’re the light of the world; that means your presence in any environment dispels darkness and brings enlightenment. It brings guidance and reveals truth.
Your life as a Christian is meant to expose deception, bring hope, and illuminate the path of righteousness for others. God expects His glory in you to radiate through every part of your daily living. He wants His life and righteousness to be visible through your words, your conduct, your love-walk, and through your witnessing.
Notice again the profundity of the Master’s statement about you: “Ye are the light of the world. A city that is set on an hill cannot be hid. Neither do men light a candle, and put it under a bushel, but on a candlestick; and it giveth light unto all that are in the house. Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works, and glorify your Father which is in heaven” (Matthew 5:14-16).
Refuse to be a hidden Christian. Let your faith speak. Let your compassion lead. Let your words, actions and outlook on life reflect your convictions about Christ and His glorious Gospel. Even those who are yet to read the Bible should read Christ in you, for you’re His Epistle (2 Corinthians 3:3). You’re the effulgence of His glory.
Therefore, illuminate your world, your environment and the lives of those around you with the life and light of Christ that’s in you. Isaiah 60:1 declares, “Arise, shine; for thy light is come, and the glory of the LORD is risen upon thee.” This isn’t optional; it’s a divine mandate. God has made you a burning and a shining light. So light up your world with the Gospel of His truth, righteousness and grace. Hallelujah!
PRAYER/CONFESSION
"Dear Father, thank you for counting me faithful to be a part of your end-time work. I live for the fulfilment of your divine mandate to teach all nations and impact people around the world with the knowledge of your living Word. I’m strengthened, stirred and empowered by the Holy Spirit for this great task, for my life is for your glory and the advancement of your Kingdom, in Jesus’ Name. Amen."
FURTHER STUDY
Matthew 28:19-20 NIV; Habakkuk 2:14 NLT; Mark 16:15-16 (KJV)
1-YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN
Matthew 1 & Genesis 1-2
2-YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN
Acts 5:33-42 & Nehemiah 3
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