Christian Searchlight

  You Are Salt of the Earth And the Light of the World (Matthew 5:13-16) Jesus used the concepts of salt and light a number of different times to refer to the role of His followers in the world. One example is found in Matthew 5:13: “You are the salt of the earth. But if the salt loses its saltiness, how can it be made salty again? It is no longer good for anything, except to be thrown out and trampled by men.” Salt had two purposes in the Middle East of the first century. Because of the lack of refrigeration, salt was used to preserve food, especially meat, which would quickly spoil in the desert environment. Believers in Christ are preservatives to the world, preserving it from the evil inherent in the society of ungodly men whose unredeemed natures are corrupted by sin (Psalm 14:3; Romans 8:8). Second, salt was used then, as now, as a flavor enhancer. In the same way that salt enhances the flavor of the food it seasons, the followers of Christ stand out as those who “enhance” th...

  LEADERSHIP PRINCIPLES OF EAGLES 1. Eagles fly Alone and at High Altitudes. They don't fly with sparrows, ravens, and other small birds. MEANING; Stay away from narrow-minded people, those that bring you down. Eagle flies with Eagles. Keep good company. 2. Eagles have an Accurate Vision. They have the ability to focus on something as far as 5km away. No matter the obstacles, the eagle will not move his focus from the prey until he grabs it. MEANING; Have a vision and remain focused no matter what the obstacles and you will succeed. 3. Eagles do not Eat Dead things. They Feed only on Fresh Prey. MEANING; Do not rely on your past success, keep looking for new frontiers to conquer. Leave your past where it belongs, in the past. 4. Eagles Love the Storm. When clouds gather, the eagle gets excited, the eagle uses the storms wind to lift itself higher. Once it finds the wind of the storm, the eagle uses the raging storm to lift itself above the clouds. This gives the eagle an opportunit...

  ‎Why Being Present in Your Children's Lives Matters ‎ ‎One of the greatest gifts you can ever give your children is your presence. Not just being in the same house, but being truly there, heart, mind, and soul. Money, toys, and gadgets can never replace a father’s embrace or a mother’s listening ear. Children may not always remember the expensive clothes you bought them, but they will never forget the way you made them feel. ‎ ‎Sadly, in today’s busy world, many parents are physically at home but emotionally absent. Work, ministry, business, or even social media sometimes take more of our attention than the little ones growing under our roof. Yet, nothing shapes the destiny of a child like the presence of loving, attentive parents. ‎ ‎Here are 10 powerful reasons why being present in your children’s lives truly matters: ‎ ‎1. Presence Builds Security ‎Children thrive in love and stability. When you are present, talking with them, playing with them, praying with them, they grow up...

  THE HARDEST PART OF MARRIAGE YOU WON’T BE TOLD Marriage is beautiful when viewed from afar. You see the smiles of couples celebrating anniversaries, the display of affection between newlyweds, and the glamour of grand weddings, and you think, “I want this.” But when you step into marriage, you quickly realize that what is behind number six is more than number seven — there is far more depth and responsibility than meets the eye. Many prepare so well for the romantic aspects of marriage but fail to prepare for the realities of it. The truth is this: the hardest parts of marriage play a more dominant role in sustaining a union than the romantic moments ever will. Romance can ignite love, but what breaks most marriages is not the absence of romance; it is the couple’s inability to withstand the hardest parts of marriage. Below are five of the hardest aspects of marriage that many people will not tell you, but you must prepare for if you want a lasting and fulfilling marriage: 1. STA...