It is hard for us to even begin to imagine the despair and difficulty Sudanese refugees experience. For many of us, this seems like old news. We’ve been hearing it for 30 years. But it is a cruel, current reality for thousands who have fled the rising tide of persecution in Sudan for the relative peace and freedom of neighboring countries. And within this darkness, God’s Word is shedding light and hope.
Equally difficult for us to grasp is the choking grip of the occult on the lives of those held captive for generations. This is so foreign to our experience. It seems like something from distant history. But again, it is a present darkness for far too many. And within this darkness, God’s Word is shedding light and hope.
At a recent Wycliffe Associates gathering, we spent some time reflecting on the portion of Jesus’ Sermon on the Mount that says, “You are the light of the world. A town built on a hill cannot be hidden” Matthew 5:14 (NIV).
It’s a bold statement: “You are”—not "you may be" or "you should be," or even "you can occasionally be," but “you are.”
So, to whom is “you” referring?
Was this a personal message focused only on the 12 apostles? Or perhaps this was a message meant only for those present on the mountainside that day.
Could “you” be a former African witch doctor or a Sudanese refugee? Could “you” be a volunteer, financial partner, or prayer partner?
In this month's issue of eInvolved you’ll see how God is shedding the light of His Word into dark places through His people. “You are the light of the world.”
Thank you for letting your light shine!
