Matthew 5:16

In the same way, let your light shine before men, that they may see your good deeds and glorify your Father in heaven.

Berean Standard Bible, public domain. Read all of Matthew 5 · Words of Christ are set in red.

4 songs meet this passage

  • “This little light of mine, Glory be to God”

    Ultralight Beam · Kanye West

    resonates with Matthew 5:16

    The call to let light shine so others glorify God fits this line, though the surrounding verses about rivals and ex-lovers sit less comfortably with that aim.

  • “now I'm shinin' like I'm born to be”

    Golden · HUNTR/X, EJAE, AUDREY NUNA, REI AMI & KPop Demon Hunters Cast

    strains against Matthew 5:14-16

    Jesus calls His followers to let their light shine so others see God's glory; here the shining points back to self rather than to a source beyond oneself.

  • “Shine bright like a diamond”

    Diamonds · Rihanna

    strains against Matthew 5:14-16

    Jesus calls His followers to let their light shine for God's glory; here the 'shine' is about romantic radiance and self-beauty, not pointing beyond itself.

  • “Shine Your light, and let the whole world see”

    Mighty to Save · Hillsong Worship

    resonates with Matthew 5:14-16

    Reflects Jesus' call for His followers to let their light shine so others see and glorify God.

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