Without a light inside it, a jack-o-lantern is really just a plain pumpkin. You don't really notice it, and it looks kind of boring. But add a candle or light bulb, and WOW It really stands out. Even way down the street you can see the friendly, glowing face or design, and you know it means something good. Someone is home on Halloween night, and you are welcome.

That is how light works. It stands out in the darkness. Depending on its brightness, light can make the darkness around it disappear altogether. Light is so important that it was one of the very first things ever...

The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want.

He maketh me to lie down in green pastures: he leadeth me beside the still waters.

He restoreth my soul: he leadeth me in the paths of righteousness for His name's sake.

Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil: for thou art with me; thy rod and thy staff they comfort me.

Thou preparest a table before me in the presence of mine enemies: thou anointest my head with oil; my cup runneth over.

Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life: and I will dwell...