Let Your Light So Shine

                Light of the World Calendar suggestion for yesterday was to think of someone who is an example of Christlike service and showcase the example on social media.  For the most part, I think most of the Christlike examples I know would not wish to be showcased on social media.  My dad was such an example who preferred to remain behind the scenes and not have others glorify his acts.  He liked to go about things quietly and remain unnoticed.

          I’ve mentioned Josh Norton’s name in a few of my assignments.  He was the lifeguard manager when we first moved to Myrtle Creek.  Last year he became the city recorder.  He doesn’t mind the social media – I don’t think.  Josh is a great guy who is quite the go-getter and has done so much in bringing the community together with activities and showcasing community members.  When he is not serving Myrtle Creek, Josh travels to third world communities to assist with making things better.  Currently, he is in the peace corps and loves serving those he meets.  There just aren’t enough words to express how Christlike his actions are.

          There is also a couple in our ward who had involved themselves in the ministry program long before there was an official ministry program.  Though I have referred to them as Frank and Marie Barone at times, I have also referred to her as the “Florence Nightengale” of our ward.  She does so much for so many people – though at times her actions may seem a bit overbearing – just as Bob’s intentions were always Christlike, the results or methods he used weren’t always received or done in a Christlike manner (see here) 

          We all have flaws.  There are those who strive better than others.  There are those who follow Christ’s example.  There are those who love others unconditionally.  There are go-getters.  There are quiet background people.  I think Christ was more of a go-getter.  I think he made things happen, told jokes and stories and was fun to be around.  I also believe that there were many activities that he did in a quiet manner.  It’s important that we allow Him to shine through us by our example

        For more about Josh see here and here.