And the light shineth in darkness, and the darkness did not comprehend it.

John 1:5

"Light shines into the darkness, but the darkness has not understood it

You're here to be light, bringing out the God-colors in the world.
(Matthew 5:14, The Message)

I am the light of the world. Whoever follows me will never walk in darkness, but will have the light of life.

Here's another way to put it: You're here to be light, bringing out the God-colors in the world. God is not a secret to be kept. We're going public with this, as public as a city on a hill. If I make you light-bearers, you don't think I'm going to hide you under a bucket, do you? I'm putting you on a light stand. Now that I've put you there on a hilltop, on a light stand—shine! Keep open house; be generous with your lives. By opening up to others, you'll prompt people to open up with God, this generous Father in heaven.

In the heartfelt mercy of our God, the dawn from on high will visit us, to shine on those sitting in darkness, in the shadow of death, to guide our feet to the way of peace.