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The Lamp in the Corner

Posted on Wednesday, March 4, 2026 at 12:00 AM

The Lamp in the Corner A parable for the evening. A woman bought a beautiful lamp at market and placed it in the center of her living room. “Let everyone see its light,” she said. But the lamp burned so brightly that no one could look directly at it. The glare filled the room, making everyone’s eyes water. Guests stopped visiting. The family drew the curtains closed. One day, a traveler passed through and asked, “Why is your home so dark?

Evening Reflection: Laying Down Your Burdens

Posted on Friday, February 27, 2026 at 8:00 PM

“Cast all your anxiety on him because he cares for you.” — 1 Peter 5:7 The day is done. Whatever happened today — the wins, the struggles, the things left undone — it’s time to lay them down. You’ve been carrying a lot. Maybe you didn’t even realize how much weight you were bearing until you stopped to breathe. The worries about tomorrow. The regrets of yesterday. The tension you hold in your shoulders without knowing why.