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July 10, 2018

The Livermore Light Bulb

Steven Cohen (California)

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God, who said, “Let light shine out of darkness,” made his light shine in our hearts. - 2 Corinthians 4:6 (NIV)

Fire station #6 in Livermore, California, draws visitors from all over the globe. They come to see the world’s most famous light bulb, a 60-watt bulb installed in 1901 which has been shining for over 115 years. That light bulb continues to baffle scientists who can’t explain how it has...

Today's Prayer
Jesus, Light of the World, help us to share your light of love with those who pass through our lives. Amen.
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