Matthew 5:14
You are the light of the world.
Christ made it clear that Christians are the light of the world. The Greek brings out the force of the statement stronger, it goes like this; you and you alone, are the light of the world!
Though the philosophers ponder much and the scientists test galore, the fact remains; Christians alone are the light of the world. The knowledge of man is purely mechanical and biological, and obviously no avail to the basics of life. Someone may say, "How can you say such a thing, we have more life enhancement inventions than ever before in history?" Yes we do, but, alas, they are no avail to the basics of life. Do not these grow worse everyday, marriage, friendships, virtue, morality, etc? Whenever in History have you seen "Marriage Guidance Classes?" I tell you never have such challenges arisen in any age. We see the Scripture fulfilled that says; God has chosen the base things of this world to shame the wise. Indeed, He has. We use DVD's, CD's, MP3's. Microwaves, Fax Machines, TV's, Internet, Pacemakers and Jetliners, yet over 50% of couples can't even stay married. Yes indeed, much shame.
The reason Christians are the light of the world alone is; God is light. Therefore, know ye not that the Christian's body is the temple of the Holy Spirit? Since God is in us alone, He shines forth and is visibly manifest in our lives, willing and working His light to the world. Thus, I say again; Christians and Christians alone are the light of the world! Amen!