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Jamella Santos,

Real Estate Broker | Investor

Houzerz Real Estate and Loans

YOU ARE LIGHT: CREATING KINGDOM THROUGH ENTREPRENEURSHIP

“You are the light of the world. A town built on a hill cannot be hidden. Neither do people light a lamp and put it under a bowl. Instead, they put it on its stand, and it gives light to everyone in the house. In the same way, let your light shine before others, that they may see your good deeds and glorify your Father in heaven.

— Matthew 5:14-16 NIV

There is something sacred about being called light.

Not a suggestion. Not a potential. But a divine identity spoken by Jesus Himself:

“You are the light of the world.” He didn’t say try to be. He said, You are.

As Kingdom entrepreneurs, you’re more than business owners, creators, investors, or visionaries—you are carriers of God’s light into boardrooms, meetings, conversations, and decision-making tables. Every meeting, product, service, and solution can reflect Heaven’s values. Our calling is to lead not just with strategy, but with Spirit—bringing light into spaces that crave truth, love, and transformation.

God is "raising up" entrepreneurs whose ambitions go beyond success. He gave me a vision of spaces where people are seen, supported, and spiritually stirred. Spaces where business and ministry intersect, where commerce creates connection. Spaces where what is built on paper becomes a vehicle for what God is doing in the Spirit. Spaces where God dwells, turning your business into a light station.

Light doesn’t try to shine—it just does. But placement matters. We can hide our light behind fear, comparison, or exhaustion—or we can put it on a lampstand where it shines boldly. Your business is the lampstand. Your faith is the flame. When they align, your work becomes a conduit of God’s presence—even in places where His name isn’t spoken.

If your light feels dim, don’t give up—fan the flame. God did not call you light without giving you space to shine.

Reflection Questions:

1. How can your business meet both the practical and spiritual needs of your community?

2. Why are you tempted to hide your light? ... Is it fear, exhaustion, or judgment?

3. What kind of spiritual atmosphere is God inviting you to build through your entrepreneurial calling?

Prayer:

Father, thank You for calling me light. Help me remember that each of my projects, pitches, and partnerships is an opportunity to reflect You. Give me courage to shine without shame, wisdom to lead it with conviction, and vision to serve the individual and your Kingdom. Let my business be a lampstand rooted in Heaven's purpose. Remind me that my light still counts, that even a flicker can spark a revival. May every person I meet see You in me. May my business be a lampstand to light the way.