The Grands Letter

Dear Grands,

Matthew 5:14-16, “You are the light of the world. A city set on a hill cannot be hidden.

15 “Nor do men light a lamp, and put it under the peck-measure, but on the lampstand; and it gives light to all who are in

the house.

16 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.”

It can easily be argued that there is no greater contrast anywhere than that between light and darkness. Have you not heard people say, “She is simply a ray of sunshine”? or “He always lights up the room”? These are simple expressions that parallel Jesus’ meaning.

Jesus did not direct His meaning to everyone! He did, however, allow that trusting Him as LORD and Savior is available to everyone! Clearly, He Himself is the Light. When we come to know Him and be spiritually affiliated with Him, His Light shines

through us and reaches out to the entirety of the world-at-large.

Further, when we live above the evil of this world, we are like a shining city on a hill. Salvation is not merely a ticket to Heaven; it’s a badge of responsibility here on Earth. We are to give light to all who are around us. At the same time, we are

not to exhibit our light in pride, but in humility; for in that way those who see us and our good works will not be closed-minded

regarding Jesus. Paul teaches us that every man has been awarded sufficient light to lead him to faith in Jesus Christ.

“…that which is known about God is evident within them; for God made it evident to them.

For since the creation of the world His invisible attributes, His eternal power and divine nature,

have been clearly seen, being understood through what has been made, so that they are without

excuse” (Rom. 1:19-20).

In the truest sense, our light is merely a reflection of His Light. Our good works are His good works. Our loving attitude is His loving attitude. Our victories are His victories. All of that guarentees that He alone is working through us and that He alone is worthy to receive the Glory!

Start shining! Let your light be shared with the lights of others! Let Christ alone be glorified!

Heartily in Christ Jesus,

(Dado III)

Gene L. Jeffries, Th.D.

Springdale, Arkansas 72764

United States of America

“We never know that Christ is all we need until He becomes all that we have.” – Corrie ten Boom