When I came across the above image, the first thing I thought about was the millions of people (martyrs) who have given up their lives in exchange for the opportunity to boldly proclaim (shine) the light of the Good News of Jesus Christ. They must have valued their eternal destiny above everything else to risk … Continue reading VSL vs. VEL

"But whatever was an asset to me I count as loss for the sake of Christ. What is more, I consider everything a loss because of the surpassing worth of knowing Christ Jesus my Lord, for whose sake I have lost all things. I consider them garbage, that I may gain Christ." -The Apostle Paul … Continue reading All Else is Garbage

If I Could Turn Back Time...Forever Young...I'm Not Gonna Grow Old... Seventeen Forever...Young and Beautiful Recognize any of the above titles? These are just a few of the many songs that describe youth and longevity.  Pictured above is the Sheringham Point Lighthouse. It is located on Vancouver Island, British Columbia. Built in 1912, following the fatal wreck of the SS Valencia six … Continue reading Of Youth and Longevity

This is the Boca Chita Lighthouse. It stands 65 feet tall and is located in an island key that is part of Miami-Dade County, Florida. It's made from native coral rock blocks and has an interior staircase that resembles medieval stone masonry. This lighthouse was built by American electronic industrialist, Mark Charles Honeywell (founder of … Continue reading Beware of Lighthouses That Aren’t

For I consider that the sufferings of this present time are not worth comparing with the glory that is to be revealed to us. -Romans 8:18 Most likely you have heard or said one of these popular quotes: There is a light at the end of the tunnel. Rise above the storm and you will … Continue reading Temporary Clouds

Pictured above is the Head Harbour (East Quoddy) Lighthouse. Bult in 1829, it sits on a small rocky islet located off the northern tip of Campobello Island in New Brunswick, Canada. This 51 feet tall wooden lighthouse is claimed to be the most photographed beacon in the world. It can only be accessed at low … Continue reading Life-Saving Blood

What does the U.S. motto "E Pluribus Unum," John Donne's famous line, "No man is an island entire of itself," and the High Shcool Musical song "We're All in This Together" have in common? Hint -The title of this devotion.  Consider this, lighthouses differ in size, shape, and color but so do stars. Yet all … Continue reading Uniquely United

"Be very careful, then, how you live—not as unwise but as wise, making the most of every opportunity." -The Apostle Paul This is the famous Cape Hatteras Lighthouse. It was built in 1870 on Hatteras Island in the Outer Banks of Buxton, North Carolina. At 210 feet, it is the tallest brick lighthouse structure in the United States and 2nd … Continue reading Excuses Kill Opportunities

This is the Fire Island Lighthouse. It is an active beacon located on a barrier island off the southern coast of Long Island, New York. The original tower was built in 1826 and stood 74 ft. tall. It was replaced in 1957 with the present tower which measures 168 ft. There is an interesting history … Continue reading We May Need to Undergo Some Tests

"Then I'll huff, and I'll puff, and blow your house in!" - The Big Bad Wolf (The Three Little Pigs) The lighthouse image above immediately brought to mind a Spanish song I use to sing as a young man at my home church. Funda tu casa sobre la roca que Jesucristo te ayudara. // Vendrá … Continue reading You Can Huff and You Can Puff