I don’t recall my age, though I know I was quite small

My youth group instructor had a song meant for us all

“This little light of mine, I’m going to let it shine”

We sang with a great cause

We sang it loud and clear I’m sure it rang throughout the halls

I remember the pride I felt, with that light of mine

For it seemed to hold everything, that I needed to find

I did all the motions, that the enemy would not blow out my light

I felt courageous in my faith, for it would help me in any plight

With a smile on my face as the kids and I sang so loud and strong

I think it’s safe to say, we all did sing along

Though as I got older sometimes my light began to fade

As though I forgot the sung promises that I had once made

“This little light of mine, I’m gonna let it shine”

Though at times it grew dim

For I focused on myself and at times forgot about Him

Without my light, I began to lose my way

As the enemy grew closer, he was hard to keep at bay

Then I found my light again, and I wanted it to shine so bright

That I would always be guided by God’s light

Not lost in the darkness, with it snuffed out

I really realized what the song was all about

“This little light of mine, I’m gonna let it shine, this little of mine I’m gonna let it shine”

But to do this God must be on my heart and mind

For He is the one who ignites my soul

And keeps me safe and makes me whole

Erin Fitts-Brower

Light of mine

John 15:4 NIV

Remain in me, as I also remain in you. No branch can bear fruit by itself; it must remain in the vine. Neither can you bear fruit unless you remain in me.

John 8:12 NIV

When Jesus spoke again to the people, he said, “I am the light of the world. Whoever follows me will never walk in darkness, but will have the light of life.”