God refers to His elect as the children of light, a designation that underscores their unique relationship with Him. As Paul writes, "You are the children of light" (I Thessalonians 5:5), affirming their identity as bearers of divine illumination. This concept is reiterated in other passages such as Luke 16:8, John 12:36, and Ephesians 5:8, highlighting their role in reflecting God's transformative power. Paul further reminds us in Philippians 2:15 that we are lights in the world, called to shine amidst a crooked and perverse generation, fulfilling God's will through our distinct yet divinely inspired presence. The children of light are separate entities, empowered by the same dynamic Being, yet remaining individual beings transformed by His light. Christ, dwelling in us, spiritually energizes each one, as He commands, "Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works and glorify your Father in heaven" (Matthew 5:16). Though the light in us is engendered and sustained by Him, it is our light, burning within independent beings once darkened, now illuminated to reveal His glory.

Just as lighthouses pierce through the obscurity of night, God's light shines through the darkness of this world, satan's domain. Jesus Christ came to warn us of danger, to save us, and to forgive us, embodying light Himself. He separates light from darkness, and when we take on Jesus Christ, we abide in the light. He declared in John 8:12, "I am the light of the world. He who follows Me shall not walk in darkness, but have the light of life," offering guidance, hope, and comfort to penetrate the darkness of satan's world. As Jesus Christ is the light of the world, you, brethren, are also called to be lights of the world through Him, who is our source of light. There is a striking parallel between the beacon of a lighthouse and the light of God, guiding us through the seas of this world, giving direction, comfort, and hope. You are to be lighthouses, shining forth before men, no matter who you are—young or old, educated or not, well-known or obscure. Each of us has a light to shine, and even a small light can illuminate much in total darkness. Jesus said in Matthew 5:14, "You are the light of the world." As imitators of God, we produce our own light, emitting the light of Jesus Christ when we display the fruits of the Spirit—love, joy, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control. To shine in this world, we must have a stable foundation, built on Jesus Christ, our rock. This foundation is nurtured through Bible study, sermons, fellowship, prayers, and meditation, allowing us to apply knowledge, discern truth, and develop godly wisdom over time. Brethren, you are lighthouses called by God, built on a foundation to serve with outgoing concern for others, showing lovingkindness and tenderness as Jesus Christ exemplified. Without light, a lighthouse is just a building with no value; God expects every one of us to be a beacon of light into the world by being the best role models we can be. Our values and character are a beacon, and we must let our light shine before men through service, glorifying God in how we act, speak, and treat others. Being a lighthouse means providing a good example to anyone we meet, making a difference in how we conduct ourselves. Our words, deeds, and attitudes should be a message of God's character, that Christ may be seen in us. We can be lights to each other, supporting and helping one another, always looking for opportunities to serve, whether through simple acts like holding a door open or showing respect, especially to the weak, poor, and elderly. Our light often shines brightest in the simplest things.

God, the only true source of everlasting light, imparts this divine illumination to His children, transforming their lives with truth and understanding. Light, as a symbol of knowledge, purity, and truth, defines the essence of those who follow Him. As children of light, believers are called to shine forth God's way of life, making visible His truth in a world often shrouded in spiritual darkness. This illumination, originating from the heart, reflects the very nature of God, distinguishing true light from mere appearances or forms of knowledge. Those who walk as children of light, having been called out of darkness into His marvelous light, embody the life and light of Christ, serving as a witness to His glory. Their purpose is to reveal and glorify God, living in the radiant presence of His everlasting light.

Light reveals God and produces fruit, while also exposing what is wrong. As Christians, we are called to walk as children of light, for we were once darkness but now are light in the Lord. This transformation signifies not only the difference between believers and unbelievers but also distinguishes true Christians from those who appear good and moral but lack the light of the Lord. We are light in the Lord because Christ dwells in us, and we live God's way of life, manifesting this light first in the mind through knowledge and understanding of God, a reverence uniquely accessible to Christians. This spiritual faculty sets us apart, granting insight into spiritual truth that non-Christians lack, as they remain in darkness, unable to grasp the value of biblical truth. As children of light, we possess a spiritual power that awakens an awareness of sin and the internal conflict it brings, a struggle unknown to those outside the light. We reflect this light as a witness to others, knowing the way of salvation through Jesus Christ and being able to explain it, driven by a heart that responds to truth and feels its power. The fruit of light manifests in all goodness, righteousness, and truth, contrasting with the unfruitful works of darkness. As children of light, our lives produce genuine fruit, growing naturally from within, unlike the artificial works of false religions. This fruit develops over time, showing steady growth and individual variation, reflecting the true liberty of God's children. Our liberty, imparted through truth, delivers us from the darkening of the mind and sinful desires, enabling us to live in holiness and do what is right. As branches of the true Vine, Jesus Christ, we are meant to produce the fruit of light to the glory of God. Walking as children of light, we exhibit goodness through benevolence and concern for others, righteousness through conformity to God's law and fairness in our dealings, and truth through transparency and sincerity, with nothing hidden or deceitful. This light, sourced from God and Christ, governs our lives, making us a beneficent presence in the world. If we walk as children of light, we will shine with Jesus Christ and God the Father, helping to rule with light in the Millennium and guide others out of darkness.