“But none of these things move me…” (Acts 20:24, KJV)

I was sittin’ on the porch, sippin’ coffee out of my favorite chipped mug—the one with the faded words “Finish Strong.” I watched as a storm started to roll in across the fields. The Wind picked up. Trees swayed. But that old oak out in the front yard? It didn’t flinch. It’s Been through hurricanes, ice storms, and summers so dry the ground cracked… but it’s still standin’.

And that’s what Paul was sayin’ in Acts 20:24. “None of these things move me.” Not the threats. Not the chains. Not the tears. Because his eyes were locked on the finish line. His heart was anchored in the calling. And his soul was set on the One who called him.

Sometimes life will try to shake you loose—doctor’s reports, bad news, fear, failure, regret—but child of God, you ain’t got to be moved. Because if your purpose is rooted in Christ, then no storm can steal it.

So today, plant your feet. Square your shoulders. Set your eyes on Jesus. And say it loud with your life:

“None of these things move me…”

Because I’ve got a race to run, a gospel to preach, and a Savior to glorify.

Let the wind blow. Let the storm rage.

I ain’t quittin’. I’m finishin’ strong.

“Fight the good fight of faith, lay hold on eternal life…” – 1 Timothy 6:12 (KJV)

You ever feel like life is less a stroll through the park and more like a back-alley brawl? Paul knew what that felt like. That’s why he told young Timothy, “Fight the good fight of faith.” Not just any fight—but the good one. The one worth getting up for, worth praying through, worth staying in when everything in you wants to run.

See, faith is a fight. It ain’t for the faint of heart. Some days it feels like the enemy’s got your number and life keeps swinging. But here’s the good news: You’re not swinging alone. The same Jesus who fought death and won is standing in your corner—cheering you on, holding the towel, and telling you, “Get back up, child. We’re not done yet.”

So, you fight. Not with fists, but with faith. Not with anger, but with grace. Not for the applause of man, but for the approval of God. And while the world may say you’re losing, heaven knows—you’re laying hold of something eternal.

Don’t quit now. The bell hasn’t rung. The crown’s not handed out yet. Keep swinging. Keep standing. Keep believing. Because this fight? It’s a good one. And the reward? It’s out of this world. 

You ever notice how a little light changes everything?

You walk into a dark room, stub your toe, knock something over, mumble a few words that probably weren’t in your morning devotion… But flip that light switch, and suddenly the obstacles are obvious, the path is clear, and the mood? A whole lot better.

Jesus said in Matthew 5:16,

“Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works, and glorify your Father which is in heaven.”

Friend, this world doesn’t need more spotlight seekers—it needs more light shiners. People who aren’t trying to be famous… just faithful. Folks who aren’t putting on a show… but putting off the love of Jesus.

Your kindness, your consistency, your quiet strength—that’s your light. And when you shine it, even in the smallest way, it makes heaven visible in the darkest places.

You don’t have to be loud. You just have to be lit.

Not with ego. Not with anger. But with the grace and goodness of God.

So today, strike the match of mercy. Flip the switch of faithfulness. And shine on—not so people say how great you are, but so they see how great our God is.

Because when your light points to Jesus, even your ordinary becomes holy.

Shine on, my friend. Somebody’s watching… and they need to see Him in you.