Key Verse:

“Ye are the light of the world.

A city that is set on an hill cannot be hid.”

— Matthew 5:14

Rooted Truth:

A heart on fire for God becomes a light that draws others to Him. The flame He kindles in us is meant to shine through us.

Faith Story:

During the Moravian Revival in the 1700s, a small group of believers experienced such a deep move of the Holy Spirit that their worship, unity, and devotion became a beacon to the world.

What followed?

The longest continuous prayer meeting in recorded history — over 100 years of unbroken prayer.

From this fire, missionaries were sent across the globe, many selling themselves into slavery so the gospel could reach unreached peoples.

Their motto became:

“May the Lamb that was slain receive the reward of His suffering.”

Their hearts were so aflame that hiding wasn’t possible.

When God lights a life, the glow spreads.

The fire becomes a witness.

The flame becomes a calling.

You were never meant to hide the fire God has placed in you.

Your light is a testimony.

Your passion is a ministry.

Your obedience is a torch in someone else’s night.

Scripture for Deeper Roots:

Philippians 2:15 – “…shine as lights in the world.”

Proverbs 4:18 – “But the path of the just is as the shining light…”

Isaiah 60:1 – “Arise, shine; for thy light is come, and the glory of the LORD is risen upon thee.”

Daily Practice:

Today, intentionally shine the love of Christ into someone else’s life.

This might be a word of encouragement, a prayer, an act of service, a quiet kindness, or bold witness.

Let His fire in you warm someone else’s heart.

Daily Prayer:

Lord, let Your fire shine through me.

Make my life a beacon of Your grace, truth, and love.

Use every part of me—my words, my actions, my attitude—to point others to Jesus.

Let the world see Your light in me. Amen.

Deep Reflection:

• Where is God calling you to shine more boldly?

• Who around you needs the warmth of Christ’s love through your life?

• What would it look like for you to live as a “city on a hill” this week?

#DeeplyRooted #DailyRenewed

Devotions for a Grounded and Growing Faith