As you have noticed by now this is the December issue of the Beacon Lights.  “Whatever happened to the November issue?” you ask.  To which I reply, “Not enough copy to make an issue.” Rather than wait until there is enough copy at the last minute to make the November issue, I have decided to […]

Thank you for the privilege of speaking to you.  It has been a number of years since I have spoken at a Young People’s Convention.   And I am grateful for the opportunity to address you tonight. Christians, you and I too, know a SECRET: it’s the secret of being content not just when things are […]

There are things, Young People, which we forget, but also things which we just cannot forget.  There are things which we remember, and which, when we remember them, bring joy and gladness to our souls.  And there are things which bring grief and sadness to our souls, because we forgot them.  He forgot to check […]

The Book A Land I Will Show Thee written by Marian M. Schoolland is a great piece of literature.  This book not only tells of the romance of a young couple, but it also informs the reader of how God in His faithfulness brought His people to America. During the mid-1800’s this story takes place.  […]

Dear Grandchildren: All people are creatures of habit, and that, of course, includes you boys and girls.  What does that mean?  Well, the way you always tie your shoe laces is a habit.  When you first had to learn that tricky task you were shown how.  Then you tried it, and tried it a second […]