A Lamp on a Stand

Luke 8:16 "No one lights a lamp and hides it in a jar or puts it under a bed. Instead, he puts it on a stand, so that those who come in can see the light."

We have a lamp in our sala. A gift from a friend, given long time ago. It hasn't been lit for quite some time because we feel that there is no need for its light. There are other light fixtures that do the job of illuminating the house in specific areas. So, it stands in a corner, adorned with hanging turquoise and gold ornaments as dictated by design trends. Its wire has been rolled away and it remains unlit, a mere accessory for the room.

Somehow it represents my testimony of the Gospel. It's pretty and people notice it, but the question I need to ask is this: Have I rolled away the means for the Gospel to shed light on those lives who need to hear it? How long has it been since I've actually led someone in prayer to accept Jesus in her heart and receive the gift of salvation? Shouldn't I plug in once again to the Source of Light?

Lord, give me, by Your Holy Spirit, a renewed boldness to proclaim the Gospel of Salvation.