15 Ways to Let
Your Light Shine

The one sure way to be filled with the light of the Lord is to read your Bible. Psalm 119:10t states, "Your word is a lamp to my feet and a light to my path."

 

This intentional action on a daily basis will build a solid foundation for your spiritual journey. Discipline yourself to read a few chapters every day, and you will begin to notice a change within your spirit. Here are some things to keep in mind when you read your Bible:

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• Open your heart to receive God's message.

• Believe that the Bible is the inspired Word of God.

• Ask the Lord to help you understand what you are reading.

• Apply what you read to your life.

• Make wise choices based on the teachings of the Bible.

• Become a testimony of God's goodness.

• Be a Light to the World.

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The Word of God is a living source of life that can enlighten your path and direct your steps. The Word of God can equip you in every good work. "All Scripture is breathed out by God and profitable for teaching, for reproof, for correction, and for training in righteousness, that the man of God may be complete, equipped for every good work," 2 Timothy 3:16-17.

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Ask God to help you make the wise choice of reading your Bible every day and choose to believe in His power.

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2. Hide God's Word in Your Heart.

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The Bible is filled with verses that speak to us in different ways. Take time to study and memorize meaningful Scripture passages so you can recall them at a later date.

 

"Thy word have I hid in my heart that I might not sin against thee," Psalm 119:11.

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To start your journey of memorizing Scripture, search for specific truths that you want to inscribe on your heart. Write them down on notecards, and place them strategically around your home, desk, or workspace, so that you can encounter them throughout the day and commit them to memory.

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Ask the Lord to help you discipline your mind to retain and memorize His Holy Word. Hiding God's Word in your heart will fill your being with holy light, give you wisdom in daily decisions, and protect you from sin.

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3. Meditate on Scripture.

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Allocate specific time slots for studying the Bible and reflect on meaningful verses. Don't read the Bible too quickly, it can cause you to miss out on valuable insights. If a passage of Scripture stands out to you, re-read that section to ensure you don't miss any important truths the Lord may be speaking to you. This repetition can reinforce your faith and build a strong foundation of truth within you.​

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4. Read Devotionals, Christian Blogs, or Christian Books.

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One of the most important things you can do to be filled with God's light and prepared for every good work, is to take time to renew your faith. Sometimes a good devotional or Christian blog post will be just the thing.

 

The Lord rewards those who desire to spend time with Him. Whether we turn to our Bible or other Christian reading material. He visits us with His presence and instills us a renewed sense of His providence. Devote time to the Lord, morning or evening, it doesn't matter, then you will gain His favor and spiritual blessings.

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It's important to give priority to reading your Bible before other Christian reading material. It is also important to ask God for wisdom in choosing the right material to read or listen to.

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Visit The READ-PRAY-SING Blog for inspirational blog posts and devotionals.

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5. Develop a Prayer Life.

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Don't underestimate the power of prayer. As a Christian woman, it's crucial to make it a priority and not lose hope when your prayers seem to go unanswered. Remember, God hears your prayers and will answer them according to His will. The Bible states, "I cried unto the Lord with my voice, and He heard me out of His Holy Hill" (Psalm 3:4, KJV).

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If your life is too busy for quiet meditation, it may be time to restructure your schedule. Find time to sit calmly and connect with the Lord. However, for days when you're busy, consider praying in the spirit. You don't need to utter words aloud to have a genuine conversation with God. Use quiet moments, such as during a car ride or while cooking dinner, to lift your thoughts and prayers up to the Lord.

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Writing down your prayers is another excellent way to communicate with God. It can be a fulfilling and rewarding experience, which leaves you with many notebooks full of prayers.

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Remember to never lose hope in prayer and always remain open to answers that may come in unexpected ways.

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Visit Anointed Daily Prayers for women of faith.​

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6. Develop a Heart for Other People through God's Love.

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Jesus Christ once said that the greatest commandment is to love God with all your heart, as well as love your neighbor as yourself (Mark 12:30-31). Allow the love of God to flow through you and into every one of your relationships, demonstrating the love of God through your words and deeds. By forgiving others for their mistakes, you allow God to forgive you for yours. As you make a genuine effort to do these things, have faith that God will grant you the grace to forgive others. Through the power of the Lord, even love your enemies and do good to those who have wronged you.

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If you're carrying the burden of unforgiveness, ask the Lord to give you the faith to believe in His power to help you, and to set you free from your worries.

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7. Rejoice and Praise the Lord.

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"Rejoice in the Lord always; again, I will say rejoice." (Philippians 4:4 KJV). It can be difficult to always be full of joy, particularly when things don't go as we'd planned. However, when we give thanks and rejoice before the Lord in all circumstances, we unlock a supernatural release of divine grace.

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There is immense power in rejoicing! In difficult situations, try to rejoice instead of grumbling; this will strengthen your faith and bring happiness to your heart. By rejoicing, we declare that we trust in God, believe in Him, and that nothing can move us.

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"In everything give thanks, for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus concerning you." (1 Thessalonians 5:18, KJV).

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Ask God for a heart that rejoices rather than complains, and observe how your perspective on the world changes.

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Don't forget to check out our related blog post, "My Thankful Project."

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8. Let Peace Rule in Your Heart.

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Training your mind to focus on God rather than the challenges life throws at you is a goal that is achievable. When self-discipline is achieved, you can be filled with peace instead of dread, worry, or grief. According to Isaiah 26:3, "You will keep him in perfect peace whose mind is stayed on you, because he trusts in you."

True peace comes from God, and nothing in this world can give us the same level of peace that comes from our Heavenly Father. This peace surpasses our human understanding and keeps us strong, instilling us with hope by calming our anxious and hurting hearts.

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"Be still and know that I Am God." (Psalm 46:10)

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Ask the Lord to bless you with the stillness of His spirit, and believe that He will give you renewed hope through answered prayers.

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​Looking for inspiration? Read our collection of Prayers for Peace.

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9. Let Patience Have its Perfect Work.

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One of the most challenging aspects of developing the fruits of the spirit is cultivating longsuffering. This virtue requires a great deal of time and patience, particularly when dealing with difficult people or situations. However, longsuffering and patience cannot be acquired by sheer willpower alone. They are divine gifts that are bestowed over time by God's grace.

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If you seek to receive the Lord's favor, it's important to conduct yourself with integrity, refrain from speaking ill of others, and show honor to those who serve Him. Psalm 15 outlines other behaviors that the Lord finds pleasing in His people, and serves as a helpful guide to those seeking to develop these fruits of the spirit.

Remember, the Lord can strengthen and empower you with patience and endurance. Through faith and prayer, ask Him to help you develop the fruits of the spirit in your life. "May you be strengthened with all power, according to his glorious might, for all endurance and patience with joy." (Colossians 1:11, KJV).

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10. Be Kind One to Another.

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Being gentle, kind and putting others before yourself is a beautiful way to receive favor from the Lord. Even in the face of offensive behavior, we can disagree with someone and still show kindness. It takes great humility and courage to be kind to others when they are being difficult. Remember, showing courtesy is not a sign of weakness but rather an expression of God's love towards others.

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Here are some Bible verses to reflect on the importance of kindness:

• "Be kind to one another, tenderhearted, forgiving one another, as God in Christ Jesus has forgiven you." (Ephesians 4:22 KJV).

• "Blessed are the merciful for they shall obtain mercy." (Matthew 5:7 KJV).

• "To speak evil of no one, to avoid quarreling, to be gentle, and to show perfect courtesy toward all people." (Titus 3:2 NIV).

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The gift of gentleness is a reflection of an individual's faith. By expressing gentleness towards others instead of anger, criticism, or hatred, we can strengthen our faith and build a better relationship with others.

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In conclusion, it takes a great woman to overlook an offensive matter, but if she does, she will cover a multitude of sin. Let's ask the Lord to give us grace and show kindness in the face of hostility. For further reading on this topic, check out the related blog post, "I Choose Mercy."

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11. Think Low of Yourself: Meekness.

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Meekness is a virtue that, when cultivated in a woman's heart, brings a sense of inner peace and calmness. This quality embodies a quiet confidence, a deep trust and reliance on God, and a settled assurance that all will be well.

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In Matthew 11:28-30, Jesus invites us to come to Him and find rest from our weariness and burdens. He reassures us that His yoke is easy and His burden is light. Proverbs 3:5-6 encourages us to trust in the Lord wholeheartedly and not lean on our own understanding. Rather, in all our ways, we should acknowledge Him, and He will direct our path.

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As 1 Peter 3:3-5 suggests, a woman's true beauty should not come from outward adornments, but from the inner beauty of a gentle and quiet spirit. This spirit is precious in the sight of God.

Begin each new day with a humble heart, acknowledging the Lord's presence and asking Him to help you develop a meek and quiet spirit that fully trusts Him.

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12. The Goal of Becoming a Virtuous Woman.

As a Christian woman, your first step towards understanding God's calling on your life is accepting who you are in Christ. Once you do that, you can begin to understand your purpose and calling. Women have been assigned specific roles by God, and they are expected to carry out their tasks with grace.

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One of the most important roles Christian women have is that of a minister. Whether it is to your husband, family, children, aging parents, schools, co-workers, or church community, every woman should embrace her ministry calling as ordained by God. There are many ways to fulfill this role:

• Find purpose in the mundane tasks of daily life, such as cooking, cleaning, and doing laundry

• Find purpose in good works, such as giving hugs, remembering birthdays, and sending text messages

• Find purpose in ministering to others with your unique talents and gifts, such as teaching, playing an instrument, leading youth groups, sewing, or singing

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Ask God for grace and strength to walk in faith every day, believe in your God-given role as a Christian woman, and start ministering to others today.

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13. Be Faithful in All You Do.

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As Christians, it's our responsibility to be followers of Christ. We can reflect His character by staying committed to whatever we're tasked with, no matter how big or small. The Lord always watches and blesses us when we are faithful in our duties. Let us strive to be among those He finds faithfully doing good works for His glory.

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It can be difficult to find faithful members in a church. I know this from personal experience, having attended the same church for 40 years. If you are a part of a congregation, I encourage you to attend all services and functions.

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Hebrews 10:25 reminds us to "not forsake the assembling of ourselves together, as is the manner of some, but exhorting one another, and so much the more as you we see the Day approaching."

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Proverbs 28:20 states, "A faithful person will be richly blessed, but one eager to get rich will not go unpunished." God's word promises that we will receive abundant blessings for being faithful in all we do. Let us apply this to all aspects of our lives!

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Does your spirit bare witness to this? Ask God to reveal areas in your life where you lack faithfulness, and pray for a faithful spirit. Doing so will ensure that you receive blessings from heaven in this lifetime and in eternity.

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14. Develop Self-Control and Temperance.

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Self-control is a defining trait that sets individuals apart. Why do you think this is? These individuals believe that God is steering their life's course and nothing can shake their resolve. Such a person is firmly anchored to God through the unbreakable cords of faith.

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2 Peter 1:5-7, "For this very reason, make every effort to supplement your faith with virture, and virtue with knowledge, and knowledge with self-control, and self-control with steadfastness, and steadfastness with godliness, and godliness with brotherly affection, and brotherly affection with love.

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To overcome harmful habits like doubt, read God's Scripture, and believe what it says with all your heart. Then put your complete trust in the Lord. The Lord will breathe upon your spirit with new life and give you grace to maintain discipline and self-control. As you believe, and confess with your mouth, that you believe that the Lord can help you, the Holy Spirit will empower you to be an overcomer and defeat destructive habits. 

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15. Seek Ye First the Kingdom of God - in Everything.

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Matthew 6:33 - "But seek ye first the kingdom of God, and his righteousness; and all these things shall be added unto you" - is a popular verse with two crucial takeaways. Firstly, we should seek God first, placing Him before all else, rather than turning to Google or other sources. When we prioritize God, He promises to bless us with abundance. Therefore, we must break the modern habit of searching for answers on our devices and instead seek God's thoughts on the matter.

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God's Word can serve as a source of daily inspiration and guidance, as it points us to Jesus Christ, the one who knows all things. If you're seeking answers or a stronger faith, turn to God first. Hebrews 4:14-16 reassures us that Jesus understands our struggles and is always there to help us. By asking God for help and seeking Him first in every matter, we can break the cycle of anxiety and distress caused by overreliance on technology. Trust in God, and let Him be your guide.