A Word of Encouragement

June 29, 2026

PA096 - Lone Sentinel

Grace, Hope & Peace, Friend;

Beginning in 1914, blackout regulations in the United Kingdom were implemented that required that all windows and doors be covered at night to prevent light from escaping. This practice was implemented to avoid enemy aircraft using the light to aid their targeting.

Jesus said, "No one lights a lamp and puts it away in a cellar nor under a basket, but on the lampstand, so that those who enter may see the light." (Luke 11:33) And, in the 'Sermon on the Mount,' He said, "You are the light of the world. A city set on a hill cannot be hidden; nor do people light a lamp and put it under a basket, but on the lampstand, and it gives light to all who are in the house. Your light must shine before people in such a way that they may see your good works, and glorify your Father who is in heaven." (Matthew 5:14-16)

Do we sometimes try and hide what we believe because we are afraid we might be persecuted, mocked or shut down. As the rap song goes,

What will people think when they hear that I'm a Jesus freak? What will people do when they find that it's true? I don't really care if they label me a Jesus freak There ain't no disguisin' the truth
	Jesus Freak by DC Talk (With lyrics!)

Jesus loved us enough to die for us, and He told us to share His message of reconciliation with a lost world. It's up to us to share that light - 'hiding' it is not an option.

The one who is not with Me is against Me; and the one who does not gather with Me scatters.
	Luke 11:23

Yeshua, Ohr HaOlam - Jesus, Light of the World - help me boldly show Your light in my life.

Exalt the Lord our God and worship at His footstool; Holy is He.
	Psalm 99:5

Shine,