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“You are the light of the world. A town built on a hill cannot be hidden.” Matthew 5:14 (NIV)

I often tell people that I was born “without antennas,” in order to explain my lack of sense of direction. It is not uncommon for me to get lost while driving to areas unknown to me. Over the years, however, I have learned to use landmarks as a reference for places I have visited once or twice. So, when I moved from Lynchburg, Virginia, to Carmel, Indiana, the same process was put in place to keep me from wandering off the path to my son’s house, where I have been living.

The tree is not majestic. It is not very beautiful, to be honest. But its location is what caused us to make an acquaintance and from that day on, I grin each time I pass by it. When I drive to work in the mornings, I see the sun rising right from behind the tree, as if it had the power to hold the sun in its branches. When I return home from work in the evenings, I see the sun setting from behind it. Whenever I spot that tree, I know I am but seven minutes from home. It has become a regular in my life, as there is no way to avoid it when I drive in that area.

I believe that we can be the reference that people need for their surroundings, and to confirm the path will lead to their destination; the tree that holds the sunshine of their day. I believe our presence can be so remarkable, so noticeable, and so important, that no matter who crosses our path, they will know that there is something special about us. When Jesus’ light shines on us, we will, undoubtedly, lead others towards the most important destination: heaven.

No matter where you find yourself, choose to make a difference. Choose to be a reference. Choose to be like that tree I see every day – holding the Son in its branches. You matter to the kingdom of God. Be a difference maker.

“Lord, You have commanded us to be salt and light in this world. We pray that we can always lead people to You.”

For His Glory

Luska Natali
TRBC Women’s Life