Jesus bids us shine with a clear, pure light
Like a little candle burning in the night.
Am I an example to everyone I meet?
To those I play my sport with, or even on the street?
Do I display the values that others might respect?
The love and peace and fortitude that Jesus would expect?
Do I show to others how much our Saviour cares?
Not boasting of my goodness or giving myself airs?
I know that I keep failing but still I want to try
And maybe with the Spirit’s help I’ll do it by and by!
In this world of darkness we must shine
You in your small corner and I in mine.
We see the need around us everywhere we go
Evil men succeeding. Not reaping what they sow!
There is work for all of us to make the future bright
And help the poor and hungry to see a brighter light.
Lord, give me grace, to do my best, to love with all my heart
And in fighting darkness to always play my part.
I may just be a glimmer, not much more than a spark,
Yet even I can do my bit to brighten up the dark!
