Witnesses

"you will be my witnesses in Jerusalem...and to the ends of the earth." Acts 1:8 NIV

Jesus is speaking to his disciples before his ascension, after his resurrection. He doesn't say that maybe they will be witnesses to him.  He says they "will" be witnesses. Some people will be preachers, some teachers, some will express their faith through music and art, some will be caregivers, some will show hospitality. A smile, a conversation, a gift, a touch will leave imprints on others.  The Holy Spirit which is given to Christians is an expression of the love of Christ. The work of the Spirit is powerful in all its ways, prominent or quiet. It is the light of the world. The world may hate the light but it will not be able to dismiss the light or ignore it.

Father, let us not be discouraged when we see darkness. Remind us that your light is always shining, witnessing to your majesty and love. Light always dispels darkness. Thank you that you give us your spirit that witnesses to us about you and uses us as witnesses to the world.