I remember hearing the story of a couple of Brazilian sailors who were lost at sea in a small boat.  They floated for days, and the scorching sun had finally driven one of them to reach overboard and drink some of the deadly saltwater. To his surprise, it was fresh water all around them.  In that particular area of the east coast of South America, the Amazon River flows into the ocean with such force that its fresh water extends miles out into the sea! The sailors had life-saving water all around them and could have perished if not for that last foolish, but successful act.  How many lost souls do you know who are unaware of the soul-quenching water offered by Jesus?

The dominion of darkness has a powerful affect on our sinful natures.  We need God's Word to show us and those we witness to the need for rescue. Will we be distracted as those who condemned Christ to die on the cross? Will we take our salvation for granted and cease growing in our faith? Or will we be controlled by the love of Christ (2 Corinthians 5:14) to carry out good deeds and share the truth with others?

Cory Buck, FLY Committee