The Lighthouse
by Bernadine McIntosh
The lighthouse stands,
A symbol of hope
In a world that seems
Dark with despair
It sends out a light
On the darkest of nights
Drawing in lost souls
From the storms of life
It gives you hope
Where it seems there is none
And symbolizes the true lighthouse
Jesus Christ, God’s only son
The lighthouse stands,
A symbol of hope
In a world that seems
Dark with despair
It sends out a light
On the darkest of nights
Drawing in lost souls
From the storms of life
It gives you hope
Where it seems there is none
And symbolizes the true lighthouse
Jesus Christ, God’s only son
Jesus spoke to the people once more and said, “I am the light of the world. If you follow me, you won’t have to walk in darkness, because you will have the light that leads to life.”
John 8:12 (NLT)
I’ve always loved lighthouses. I’ve never actually been in one but I enjoy looking at pictures of lighthouses and reading stories built around them.
My favorite pictures of lighthouses are those where the waves are crashing against the cliffs and the lighthouse is somewhat in the distance seemingly just a small part of the picture, however it is the most important part.
These pictures remind me that no matter how tumultuous and chaotic life may become He, Jesus Christ, will always be there, the steady, unchanging presence that will guide me safely to my destination.
1 The LORD is my light and my salvation— so why should I be afraid?
The LORD is my fortress, protecting me from danger, so why should I tremble?
Psalm 27:1 (NLT)
Photo credit: Microsoft clip art.
5 comments:
Great post.
Thank you for your comment over at laced with grace yesterday.
Blessings!
What a wonderful image!
I just received your email that you didn't write the poem below, but what about this one? It is very good, too. The use of lighthouses was a great metaphor for the points you made. Good theology here. And you are a good writer.
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Warren
I've been in lighthouses and they are always a deep place to be for me. I sense God's presence as He reminds me He is the light. I love the same pictures you do with the waves crashing in.
Thanks for sharing. And thanks for your sweet friendship. I always enjoy peeking in on you and your ministry.
God bless,
Tiffany
Very, very beautiful.
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