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A Brief History of Light for Living. 

Light for Living began as a writing ministry of Pastor Gary Click while pastoring the Calvary Baptist Church in Clinton, IN. His articles were published in the local newspaper, The Daily Clintonian. They were also distributed to email subscribers and several were posted on this website. 

Shortly after assuming the pastorate of the Fremont Baptist Temple, Fremont, OH, he was approached by Pastor James Lewis and chief operator, Brian Benedict about providing a two thirty-minute Radio Programs for the weekend. (WHVT 90.5 fm) At this point, Pastor Click's writing ministry transformed into a radio ministry.

Due to time constrains, the weekly devotional gave way to the radio ministry. However, these devotionals are still available online through the Light for Living Archives.

Pastor Click is still active in writing bible studies, dramas and devotional articles for other applications. We hope to make those resources available soon. 

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The Haves and the Have Nots 

If you will take the time to read Luke 16:19-31, you will be intrigued by the story of two completely opposite men. One had every thing, the other nothing. Some have said that there are two types of people in this world: the "haves" and the "have nots." This is a classic picture of these two kinds of people.

The rich man never had to look at the price tag on anything he bought. He never had to ask the question, "How much does this cost?" He could always afford it. Few our society are that rich. Yet, he reminds me of a world that is obsessed with material possessions. Everyday people work overtime to pay for nice cars, large homes, and stylish clothes. They may work an extra job so that they can afford a few extra luxuries of life. In the midst of their hard work and play, their schedule leaves no time for God or His Word. The temporary things of this life become far more important than the eternal pleasures offered by God.

On the other hand, we see a man named Lazarus. He seldom knew where his next meal would come from. He had no home. His health was poor and his clothes were torn and tattered. He had nothing but his faith in God.

Lazarus reminds me of some Christians I have known. I could easily tell you of men and women who have laid aside opportunities for financial gain and career promotion because they had higher goals. I know people who have turned down jobs because they would have interfered with their service to God. Some have refused advancement within their company because it would have taken time from their family and church. They had determined that godly priorities would rule their lives rather than material possessions or public praise.

These are the "haves" and the "have nots." Contrary to what some may think, Lazarus represents the "haves" and the rich man is our picture of the "have nots." Lazarus had Jesus Christ, the rich man did not.

As the story unfolds, we learn that Lazarus had peace and prosperity that would last forever, the rich man did not. Instead, we look at the rich man in eternity and find that he is in torment. Lazarus found comfort and contentment; the rich man did not. Lazarus had Jesus as his Savior; the rich man did not.

The rich man was not condemned for his wealth and Lazarus was not saved because of his poverty. The difference was Jesus. There are two types of people in this world: Those that have Jesus and those that have not. Are you a "have" or a "have not?"

"Lay not up for yourselves treasures upon earth, where moth and rust doth corrupt, and where thieves break through and steal: But lay up for yourselves treasures in heaven, where neither moth nor rust doth corrupt, and where thieves do not break through nor steal: For where your treasure is, there will your heart be also." (Matthew 6:19-21)

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