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“God Is Light—In Him There Is No Darkness” First Epistle of John 1:5 declares: “God is light; in Him there is no darkness at all.” Light does not negotiate with darkness. It does not argue with it. It simply reveals and removes it. This morning, before emails, headlines, noise, and pressure — anchor your soul in this truth: God is pure light. No hidden motive. No shifting shadow. No corruption. No confusion. Absolute holiness. Absolute truth. Book of James 1:17 calls Him the “Father of lights, with whom there is no variation or shadow of turning.” That means He is not moody. Not inconsistent. Not reacting to culture. He is constant. Darkness in Scripture often represents deception, fear, sin, chaos, and hidden things. But light exposes what is false and heals what is broken. Book of Psalms 119:105 says, “Your word is a lamp to my feet and a light to my path.” Not always a floodlight for the next 10 years — but enough light for the next faithful step. When you walk in light: • You stop hiding. • You stop pretending. • You stop fearing exposure. Because light is not your enemy — it is your freedom. Gospel of John 1:5 reminds us, “The light shines in the darkness, and the darkness has not overcome it.” Darkness may feel loud — but it is temporary. Light is eternal. So ask yourself this morning: • What areas of my heart need light? • What fears dissolve when truth enters? • Am I walking toward light — or avoiding it? The same God who said in Book of Genesis 1:3, “Let there be light,” still speaks that command into chaos — including yours. Step into the light today. Not perfectly. But honestly. Because in Him — there is no darkness at all.

Dashcamgram

As grocery prices continue to climb, many Americans are feeling the squeeze at checkout. Now Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is weighing in — suggesting that families struggling with high food costs consider buying liver or other cheaper cuts of beef instead of more expensive options. His comments quickly sparked debate. Supporters say he’s simply offering a practical, budget-friendly alternative. Organ meats like liver are often less expensive and packed with nutrients. Critics argue that telling families to “just buy cheaper cuts” overlooks the broader frustration many feel about inflation and rising food prices overall. The bigger issue? Grocery bills aren’t just about preferences — they’re about access, affordability, and household budgets already stretched thin. For some, liver might be a solution. For others, it misses the point. With food costs still a hot-button issue, comments like these are guaranteed to spark conversation. What do you think — practical advice or tone-deaf suggestion? #RFKJr #GroceryPrices #FoodInflation #CostOfLiving #EconomicDebate #PoliticalNews #BudgetLiving #FoodTalk #TrendingNow #RealLifeIssues

Michael Tovornik

PART TWO OF TWO But that's not how faith works. You don't have to build faith in yourself through strength or willpower. You don't earn it through church attendance or good behavior. Faith is something you receive from God—directly, through His Word and His Spirit. As you receive what He offers, that trust begins to shape how you live over time. And here's the good news: when life sucker punches you, God doesn’t stand back and wait for you to get your faith together. He moves toward you, with faith to give. Faith comes from hearing the good news of Jesus’s life, death, resurrection, and eternal identity, and receiving it as true. (Because it is!) So if faith feels hard to find today, that's okay. You’re not the only one. So many of us have stood right where you are—wanting to trust, unsure how. And God meets us right here, with the faith we need. And that's exactly where we're going next. Pause + Notice God is already at work. Take a brief moment before you begin to notice what you need and what He offers you. This simple three question check-in will set the tone for your journey as you grow your connection with God. Take the Quiz: What Do You Need Most Right Now? God is ready and eager to meet you right where you are.

Zack D. Films

In an amazing feat, three baby elephants have been rescued safely after being abandoned by their families, the youngest less than a month old — Happened Next Will Melt Your Heart In an extraordinary rescue on the Zambia–Malawi border, three baby elephants were saved after being separated from their herds during a human-elephant conflict. Rangers first reunited one calf with its family using satellite tracking, a rare success story. But two others — one barely a month old — were found days later, one trapped in a ditch with a machete wound and the other wandering near a clinic. Too weak for the long road journey, they were flown to Lusaka in a small plane, lying on mattresses with “elephant seat belts” and comforted by keepers throughout the flight. Now named "Kasungu" and "Lumezi", the calves are receiving 24-hour care at the Elephant Nursery in Lusaka National Park. While Kasungu is recovering well, Lumezi remains fragile. Their rescuers continue to work tirelessly, hoping both will one day grow strong enough to return to the wild where they truly belong. #animals #elephantlove #elephant #elephantsanctuary #babyelephants #lovestory #kindnessmatters #humanity #wildlife #WildlifeConservation #efforts #HopeAndHealing #storytime #wholesome

Zack D. Films

To the person who dumped these two cats in front of me and then just drove away: I don’t wish you peace—because you don’t deserve it after something like that. I honestly wonder what has to happen in someone’s mind to treat two gentle, proud beings like trash. You didn’t “rehome” them. You abandoned them on the side of the road, right in the middle of noise and danger, while cars flew past like their lives were nothing more than a traffic inconvenience. It took us far too long to get them out of that situation. They weren’t “feral.” They were shaken to the core—trembling, frozen, ready to bolt and at the same time desperately hoping the next hand would finally be a kind one. Fear like that doesn’t just appear. It’s learned when you experience this truth again and again: people disappear. People turn cold. People let you go. And what makes me even angrier is how easily some people label bigger animals as “too much.” Too demanding. Too expensive. Not worth it. But what I saw was the exact opposite: two calm, loving souls who aren’t asking for luxury—only the bare minimum every living creature deserves: warmth, safety, and reliability. And I want to say something out loud that gets overlooked far too often: thank you to the woman who stopped without hesitation. With patience, food, and the kind of eyes that don’t look away. People like her are the reason some stories still get to end well. And these two? They’re not “abandoned” anymore. They’re safe. With me. They’re getting care, quiet, and time to learn how to trust again. And if they one day go to a new home, it won’t be rushed or careless—it will be done responsibly, with people who understand what it truly means to show up and care. They’re alive because strangers chose compassion. And that’s why this story ends not in loss—but in hope. #catlovers #bestcats_oftheworld #fosterfail

Zack D. Films

🐒🤍 PUNCH REMINDED US OF SOMETHING WE OFTEN FORGET Not every process feels gentle. Not every beginning feels exciting. Sometimes, adapting is uncomfortable. Sometimes, learning to live side by side comes with growing pains. Punch hugs his stuffed animal when he feels overwhelmed. When the world feels unfamiliar. When he doesn’t quite understand what’s happening around him. And that image stays with us… Because we’ve all had days like that. Days when we don’t quite belong. Days when we feel too small for the room. Days when we quietly search for something — anything — that makes us feel safe again. And there is nothing wrong with that. It’s not weakness. It’s not failure. It’s being human. Maybe Punch’s story isn’t just about a little monkey finding comfort in a toy. Maybe it’s about all of us — learning, stumbling, adjusting… and holding onto whatever reminds us that we’re safe while we grow. 🤍 #PunchTheMonkey #animallover #animalkingdom

Zack D. Films

In a world obsessed with perfection, two rescue dogs have become global icons—proving that being “different” is a superpower. His name is Picasso. Born with a rare facial deformity called “wry mouth,” his upper jaw twists sharply to one side. Overlooked by adopters, he sat on the cold concrete of a high-kill shelter, time running out. Then there’s Newt. A Golden Retriever puppy who lost his entire upper jaw after a freak accident. Where others saw “broken” or “unadoptable,” Liesel Wilhardt, founder of Luvable Dog Rescue, saw courage and spark. She saved them both, giving them a second chance at life. Today, they are internet sensations with over 1.1 million TikTok followers, proving that deformity does not mean disability. People assume their unique appearances mean pain—but veterinary specialists confirm they are completely healthy, active, and thriving. Newt figures out how to scoop treats without an upper jaw. Picasso flashes his crooked smile to the camera. Their joy is infectious. Their platform has become a sanctuary for advocacy, inspiring thousands to adopt the “unadoptable” pets waiting in shelters. Picasso and Newt remind us that dogs never judge their flaws. They do not care about symmetry or beauty standards. They only know love—both given and received. As Liesel says, “They don’t know they look different. They just know they are happy.” ❤️ #doglover #animallover #humanity #doglife #animalkingdom

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