Thousands Lit the World, Including You

As the Christmas season comes to a close, people around the world are reflecting on a month of service. Thousands joined with Mormon.org in their initiative to light the world by doing as Jesus Christ would do for the twenty-five days of Christmas.

We have scoured through social media to find the most heart-warming #LIGHTtheWORLD posts. How has lighting the world impacted you? Go through this post and then share your stories and experiences in the comments.

Kenny Holland, known best for his role as Jimmy Flinders in the modern remake of Saturday’s Warrior, went with his family to sing carols at an assisted living home.

Christmas caroling at an assisted living center with my awesome fam. What a special opportunity it is to share what you love with someone in need. Watch the whole video at the link in my bio! #LightTheWorld Video by the almighty @ohheynag

A post shared by Kenny Holland (@kennyholland) on Dec 16, 2017 at 4:06pm PST

A man named Collin found how just how much a $4 swipe on his card could mean to a woman in the grocery store.

 

A few days ago we were at the store and needed to grab one last ingredient real quick for Christmas Eve scones. Collin noticed this sweet lady in the aisle with two canes as he was singing a Christmas song and had a feeling to help her. When she was figuring out the self checkout he pretended to help scan her food but paid for it too. It was only four bucks but was enough to make her cry and share with us that it wouldn’t be a very good Christmas since her husband is in a care center. I’m so grateful that Collin is such an amazing example of the spirit of Christmas for our family. Tonight we are eating the scones and it makes me cry again watching this because it was only a few dollars. It doesn’t take a lot to warm someone’s heart. ❤️✨ Merry Christmas Eve! #lighttheworld photo @madisondhuartphoto

A post shared by Dear L I Z Z Y (@dearlizzy) on Dec 24, 2017 at 5:58pm PST

This ward family gathered together on Christmas to bring donations to their local Salvation Army.

 

Merry Christmas❤️ Saved the BEST post for last! Our family along with some of our ward family gathered blankets, jackets, goodies and headed to the Salvation Army to give to those less fortunate. It was without a doubt the BEST part of our day! Words can’t explain how sweet and precious it was to see this bunch embrace strangers and give back! BEST Christmas EVER! #lighttheworld #weareblessedwiththebest #myheartisfull #literallyinlovewitheveryoneofthesepeeps #christmas2017

A post shared by Trent~Kami (@the_schureman_bunch) on Dec 25, 2017 at 6:23pm PST

This family makes sure their little loved one always has a Christmas tree for the holiday.

 

We always make sure that Chase has a Christmas tree lit on Christmas Eve just like we do at home. #FamiliesAreForever #LightTheWorld pic.twitter.com/7aZ0cGqgQD

— Tanner Martin (@Tan_Mart21) December 24, 2017

We love how this couple remembered everyone is a child of God and should feel loved.

 

My wife and I were honored to spend the evening with 100+ of our LGBTQ friends.

They are some of God’s finest children and are worthy of our respect, support and understanding ❤️#LightTheWorld ?

— Papa Ostler (@Papa_Ostler) December 19, 2017

To help honor his parents, this son wrote a heartfelt letter to his father.

 

“Dear Dad, I am thankful for your example of what a father, husband, grandfather, friend and business owner should be. You have shown me throughout my 26 years of life compassion, understanding, love, integrity, passion, drive, focus, kindness, strength, faith, forgiveness, good character, courage, leadership, perseverance, motivation, vision and so much more. You have been the stronghold in my life. You set a firm foundation and precedence by making the gospel of Jesus Christ a priority. You have taught me how to pray, you have taught me how to read scriptures and be grateful for everything that God has given me. I now teach my son how to pray, I now teach him how to read scriptures and I teach him to be grateful. Thank you for instilling love, the importance of God, as well as the importance of family and to go beyond the average of what is expected. As a child I have countless memories I have shared with you making animals out of clouds, teaching me how to read, warm and loving animal hugs. As an adult I cherish the relationship we have made with the memories and experiences we have shared. We have shared tears, have had great laughs, heartwarming hugs, inspirational and heart to heart talks. How blessed I am to call you Dad! It has been said the “the most important thing a father can do for his children, is to love their mother.” Oh and how far and beyond you have done in showing your love for your wife. Your love and care for our family shines brightly through you! Thank you for everything you have done to help provide growth in every area in my life. Thank you for encouraging me to continue to reach for the stars. When I think of all the good things that God has given me, you always come to mind. I love you dad and merry Christmas. Your son, Asi #LightTheWorld #LettersToMyFamily

A post shared by Asi Hosea (@asi_hosea) on Dec 25, 2017 at 4:48pm PST

This group gave service to an orphanage in Mexico.

 

December 25, 2017- #lighttheworld : Matthew 5:16 “let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works, and glorify your Father that which is in heaven.” Spreading the love at Casa Hogar orphanage made our hearts add a few more pieces of gratitude, lots of laughter, more hugs to spread around a child in need, a smile to last forever and the difference in the life of a child that Jesus loves unconditionally. A day to celebrate Christ’s birthday and remember all that we have been blessed with and all those in need of a little more love❤️#lighttheworld #christmas2017 #casahogarpv #lovethechildrenfirst

A post shared by michellep40 (@michellep40) on Dec 25, 2017 at 4:34pm PST

Service doesn’t have to be big, as show by this simple thank you to first responders.

 

We live near a fire station so we took over some treats and thanked them for serving our community on Christmas. #LightTheWorld

A post shared by Amy (@sometimescreative) on Dec 25, 2017 at 3:54pm PST

This is visiting teaching done right!

 

I’m so grateful for my visit teaching partner! Ashley is the sweetest! Thank you girl! @sprinkleshere #LightTheWorld #lds #thisgospelistrue #ilovejesus #asaviorisborn #merrychristmas

A post shared by Melanie Michelle ?✨? (@themelaniemichelle_) on Dec 25, 2017 at 3:24pm PST

A $20 bill is all it takes to make someone’s day.

 

Ariel and I were at Grease Monkey waiting for them to check the fluids in our car and what not before we head down to Temple Square tomorrow for Christmas Adam. Three kids came into the waiting area and were standing there looking around. I was about to offer one of them my seat (because there were no open seats left) when one of the girls came to me and said: “We are doing an act of kindness, and we want to help pay for your oil change.” Then she handed me a $20! Haha. They said Merry Christmas and then ran off. It was so nice of them! #whatNot #lighttheworld

A post shared by Benjamin David Nelson (@sirbenjalot) on Dec 22, 2017 at 12:03pm PST

Any student would have loved this.

 

My brave kids shared candy bars with students studying for finals at BYU. Hope it lifted some spirits! Proud of my kids for their courage and my wife for this wonderful idea and making it happen (2nd year too)! #lighttheworld

A post shared by Bryon Poulter (@bryonpoulter) on Dec 23, 2017 at 7:15am PST

Did you know these vending machines raised nearly half a MILLION dollars since they launched on December 1?

How has lighting the world changed your world?

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