"He had an opportunity to sow the seed of truth, but he did not improve it as he should. He should have carried his religion with him while among his relatives. His holy profession and the truth of God should have blended with all his thoughts, feelings, words, and actions. Christ commands His followers to walk in the light. Walking means moving onward, exerting ourselves, exercising our ability, being actively engaged. Unless we exercise ourselves in the good work to which our Saviour has called us, and feel the importance of personal effort in this work, we shall have a sickly, stunted religion. We gain new victories by our experience in working. We gain activity and strength by walking in the light, that we may have energy to run in the way of God's commandments. We may gain an increase of strength at every step we advance heavenward. God will bless His people only when they try to be a blessing to others. Our graces are matured and developed by exercise. 3T 436.2"
"Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works, and glorify your Father which is in heaven."
The EGW passage expands on the idea of letting one's light shine, as mentioned in Matthew 5:16, by emphasizing the importance of actively living out one's faith and allowing it to influence all aspects of life. The passage connects the concept of 'walking in the light' with actively engaging in good works and representing Christ, which aligns with the broader message of Matthew 5:16.