Tag: light
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From Worms to Light: What Grace Does
The Daily Office Readings for Sunday, September 6, 2026: Psalm 63:1-11, 98, 103; Job 25:1-6, 27:1-6; Revelation 14:1-7, 13; and Matthew 5:13-20. I grew up hearing a lot about sin. Some of the preaching I heard as a child—not from my dad, but from others—left me with the impression that human beings were dirty, rotten…
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Walking in the Light Without Condemnation
A Devotional Reflection on John 8:12–19 In John 8:12–19, Jesus stands in the temple and makes a breathtaking claim: “I am the light of the world. Whoever follows me will never walk in darkness but will have the light of life.” Almost immediately, the Pharisees challenge Him. They question His authority, His testimony, His legitimacy.…
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Being a Bridge Builder in Springfield: Living as Salt, Light, and Temperate Spirit
In a world that often feels divided and hurried, it can be easy to feel powerless to make a difference in our own communities. Yet, Scripture offers timeless guidance on how each of us can have a meaningful impact. Jesus calls his followers to be the salt of the earth and the light of the…
