Daphne Collins hosts a special Christmas edition of "In the Lighthouse," featuring stories and poems that reflect on the true meaning of Christmas. Ali Frantz narrates stories by Max Lucado and Hans Christian Andersen, including "God Guides the Wise," "The Fir Tree," "The Answer is Yes," and "Tiny Mouth, Tiny Feet." These stories explore themes of faith, redemption, and the importance of love and charity. The episode concludes with a poem by Nahum Tate and a nostalgic reflection by Max Lucado on the significance of Christmas. Daphne encourages listeners to support Carry the Light Ministries and to share the message of Jesus' birth.

The Lighthouse Keeper discusses the biblical narrative of Saul, Samuel, and David, highlighting their roles and the covenant between God and Israel. Saul, initially favored by the people, lost his kingship due to disobedience. Samuel, a faithful prophet, warned against human kingship. David, chosen by God, faced his own moral failures, including adultery with Bathsheba and the murder of Uriah. Nathan the prophet confronted David, leading to his repentance and the composition of Psalm 51. David's story underscores the consequences of sin and the importance of repentance and confession.

In this final episode of the two-part series entitled "Moses the Deliverer: This is Holy Ground," the Lighthouse Keeper continues the saga of the journey into the wilderness of the Israelites led by their leader, Moses, and his brother Aaron, following the plagues sent by God against Egypt which forced the Pharaoh to let them go. The Israelites would soon face many tests from the God who heard their cries for deliverance. After all the wonders they witnessed in Egypt, will they worship the Great I AM who made Pharaoh submit? Or, will they allow fear to prevent them from trusting God Almighty and His servant, Moses? Their hearts will be revealed at Sinai, God's Holy Mountain where they will hear the voice of God.

This first episode, "Tell Them I AM Sent You,” continues the story of the sojourn and settlement into the land of Egypt by the seventy members of the household of the Patriarch Jacob (renamed by God, Israel). Joseph’s family returned from Canaan to Goshen, where they settled and flourished under the protection of Joseph, who was second to Pharaoh. Their life in Egypt was peaceful as long as Joseph was in charge. But years must pass, and all men must die, and with Joseph’s death went the promised protection and peace the people enjoyed.

The people cried out to God, and He answered their plea to send someone to deliver them from the hands of Pharaoh and their enslavement in Egypt. God’s chosen deliverer of the people of Israel was Moses. He was instructed to let Pharaoh and the people know who it was that sent him. “Tell Them I AM Sent You” was his message.

Welcome to the Season Finale of In the Lighthouse! This is our special Christmas presentation, entitled "Christmas Memories." Join our Lighthouse Keeper, Daphne Collins, as she presents Christmas stories to encourage nostalgic memories. Take some time to sit down and enjoy the feelings of the holiday with a little storytelling.

The State of the Union is in turmoil, and the country is divided on various issues that cause people to become tribal and gather in their enclaves while attacking one another across social media. Do they think that this will end well? This divide is intentional and is an effective weapon sent by the enemy of our souls. Our battle is a spiritual one – therefore, not easily detected. To be equipped with eyes to see and ears to hear, you must be actively seeking the will of the Lord over your comforts and desires. Only then will your eyes be opened to the truth and the wisdom given for your discernment.

Jacob's story as a patriarch demonstrates the difference between a life of obedience to God and a life of obedience to man. The family trait of deception and opportunism took center stage during the twenty years of indentured servitude to Laban. It was not only practiced in the immediate family of Jacob but also in the extended one. Under the protective bubble of his parents’ blessings from God, Jacob thought he could escape the consequences of his deception of his father. The outcome was God’s will and purpose, and Isaac accepted this with peace in his heart. For Jacob, however, God's purpose was what he was fleeing from. This time Jacob will see that God will allow us to be tested in order to surrender our will for his purpose - which is ultimately for our good.

Thirty-seven years of avoiding his brother’s wrath would pass since the time of the blessing of Jacob until a disturbing rumor was overheard by his mother, concerning Esau’s plan to kill his brother and reclaim his birthright after the death of their father.

Isaac and Rebekah enjoyed many years of relative peace because of God’s abiding presence and blessings. Yet, Rebekah was very aware of the combative nature of her twin sons. It all began in her womb, and the Lord explained prophetically what the outcome would be for these two nations she was carrying. So when she heard the news from the caravans concerning Esau’s promise of vengeance against his brother, she took her concerns to Isaac.

It was long past time for Jacob to marry and have a family. They told him the news of the threats coming from Esau’s camp and encouraged him to leave Canaan and go north to Paddan-aram to Laban, his mother Rebekah’s brother.