The Prank Army's Greatest Triumph. 

Written by Michael Keetch. 

Psalm 14:1 – “The fool hath said in his heart, There is no God. They are corrupt, they have done abominable works, there is none that doeth good.”

1. The Denial of God – A Tragic Folly

The Bible is clear: to deny the existence of God is the ultimate foolishness. The fool does not arrive at this conclusion through reasoned wisdom but by a corrupt heart that resists the truth. It is not merely an intellectual position but a moral rebellion, a willful rejection of the God who has made Himself known in creation, in conscience, and in Christ.

2. The Fruit of Unbelief – Corruption and Sin

A heart that denies God becomes a breeding ground for wickedness. Without God, there is no true moral foundation. As Psalm 14:1 declares, “They are corrupt, they have done abominable works.” History bears witness to the tragic consequences of a world that turns its back on its Creator. The farther one drifts from God, the deeper they sink into sin and self-deception.

3. The Call to Repentance – A Plea for the Lost

To persist in unbelief is to reject the only hope of salvation. But God, in His mercy, calls the sinner to repent and turn to Him. He has not left us in darkness but has sent His Son, Jesus Christ, to save us from our sin. “Except ye repent, ye shall all likewise perish” (Luke 13:3). The call is urgent—do not harden your heart. Today is the day of salvation!

4. The Promise of Salvation – Found in Christ Alone

The glorious truth of the Gospel is that even the vilest sinner can be forgiven. Christ’s blood was shed to cleanse and redeem those who turn to Him in faith. Romans 10:9 assures us: “That if thou shalt confess with thy mouth the Lord Jesus, and shalt believe in thine heart that God hath raised him from the dead, thou shalt be saved.” Renounce unbelief, embrace the truth, and surrender to Christ.

Let's pray together. 

O Lord God Almighty, I come before You with a humbled heart, recognizing the folly of denying You. Your Word declares that only in You is there life, truth, and righteousness. I pray for those who are blinded by unbelief, that You would open their eyes and lead them to repentance. Let them see the glorious light of Christ and the salvation He offers. Convict hearts, Lord, and draw sinners unto Yourself, that they may know the joy of forgiveness and eternal life. In Jesus’ mighty name, Amen.

Intention

I will boldly proclaim the truth of God’s existence and His call to salvation. I will pray for those in unbelief, that they may come to repentance and faith in Jesus Christ.

Let's pray for personal salvation.

O Lord God, I come before You with an open heart, acknowledging that I have lived in unbelief and sin. I now see the folly of denying You, the One who created me and gave me life. I confess that I have turned away from Your truth and have done what is evil in Your sight.

But today, I repent. I turn from my sin and ask for Your mercy. I believe that Jesus Christ is Your Son, that He died on the cross for my sins, and that He rose again in victory over death. Lord Jesus, I ask You to be my Savior. Wash me clean with Your precious blood, forgive my sins, and make me a new creation.

I surrender my life to You, O God. Fill me with Your Holy Spirit, that I may walk in faith and obedience. Lead me in Your truth, and help me to live for You all the days of my life. Thank You for Your grace, for Your love, and for the gift of eternal salvation. I receive it now by faith, in the name of Jesus Christ. Amen.

The Scripture passage from Psalm 14.1 is taken from the King James Bible, which is in the public domain.

The exposition and devotional insights are original and based on biblical principles without reference to outside sources.

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Light of My Soul.

Written by Michael Keetch. 

Let's read from John 8.12 in The King James Bible.

Then spake Jesus again unto them, saying, I am the light of the world: he that followeth me shall not walk in darkness, but shall have the light of life.

Amen.

Episode 1: The Dawn That Dispels the Night.

The voice of Jesus rises amid confusion, conflict, and self-righteousness: “I am the light of the world.” Not a flicker. Not a flash. The Light—singular, sovereign, steady. In Him, there is no shadow of turning, no deceit, no dimming. His light does not flicker with circumstance or burn out in storm. It is, as He is.

For a world fumbling in the fog of sin, this light is not merely a gift—it is rescue. A dawn that breaks upon those who sit in the valley of the shadow of death.

Episode 2: Following the Flame.

Christ’s words are not a monument—they are a movement. “He that followeth me…” It is not enough to admire the light. It must be followed.

To follow Christ is to allow His Word to illuminate every step. His Spirit becomes our compass, His presence our flame.

As we follow, the path is changed. Shadows fall behind us. We no longer stumble through the terrain of fear, temptation, or despair—we walk with the Light, and in the light, and we are changed.

Episode 3: The Light of Life.

“…but shall have the light of life.” This is no cold spotlight or sterile beam. This is the warmth of eternal life, pulsing with joy, holiness, and communion.

The light of Christ brings more than clarity—it brings life. Growth. Grace. Glory.

We become not only those who walk in the light—but those who shine it. We are lit from within, lanterns of mercy in a midnight world.

Let's pray together.

O Radiant Christ, Light of the World, pierce the shadows of my soul today. Chase away fear, expose the lies, and rekindle the truth within me. Let me walk in Your light and carry it boldly into the lives of others. When the night presses in, let Your Word be my lamp, and Your Spirit be my fire. I choose to follow You, the True Light. Shine on me, Lord Jesus. Amen.

Intention:

Today, I will walk with awareness that I carry Christ’s light within me. I will not hide it. I will not be ashamed of it. I will let it shine—gently, boldly, faithfully—into every corner of the world I touch.

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Now, let's stay here for a while and draw deeper from the well. In light of John 8:12—“I am the light of the world…”—let’s look more closely at those three words from Episode 3.2 that speak to eternal life: growth, grace, and glory.

1. Growth – Walking in the Light.

Eternal life begins now, not merely after death. When Jesus said, “he that followeth me shall not walk in darkness, but shall have the light of life,” He was speaking of a present and active reality. Growth is the journey of this life in Christ. It is the movement of the soul from confusion to clarity, from fear to faith, from self-rule to surrender.

In Christ’s light, we see our sin not to be shamed, but to be healed. We grow by daily steps, sometimes halting, sometimes bold, always led by the Light that does not flicker. This growth is not about performance—it’s about presence. To grow in the light is to dwell with the Lightbearer, to follow Him through every valley and up every hill.

Key idea: Growth in Christ is the living, walking answer to the light we’ve received. It’s not perfection; it’s progress with Him.

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2. Grace – The Light We Don’t Deserve

If growth is our walk, grace is the path beneath our feet. Grace is what makes the light available to us in the first place. The One who declared Himself the light of the world is the same One who bore the world’s darkness at Calvary. We could never earn that Light; it is given.

And in our stumblings, our forgetfulness, our doubt—grace keeps the light from going out. Grace is that quiet radiance that floods our broken places and refuses to leave. It covers the past, strengthens the present, and shines forward into our future.

Key idea: Grace is the unmerited beam of divine affection, keeping the light on when we least deserve it—and calling us back when we forget where home is.

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3. Glory – The Light That Never Ends

If growth is the journey and grace the road, then glory is the sunrise we’re walking toward. Eternal life reaches its full bloom in the presence of Christ, where the light is not only around us but within us. Revelation tells us that in the new heaven and earth, there will be “no need of the sun… for the glory of God did lighten it.”

Glory is the full unveiling of Christ in us. It is the soul completely illumined, no more shadows, no more fear. It is life everlasting not just in quantity, but in quality—unshaken joy, perfected love, and endless light.

Key idea: Glory is the final fulfillment of walking with the Light—when faith becomes sight, and the Light becomes all in all.