Do you consider yourself "different"? You should. As Christians we know something that sets us apart from the world. We know about our Savior and the salvation he won for us.

But being Christians—and being different—isn't always easy. Pastor Richard Lauersdorf reminds us about how we differ from the world and why it's important that we stand out and not hide because of our differences.

Other articles in this issue highlight how we as Christians can stand out in an unbelieving world.

• Suzie Neas shares her struggles with same-sex attraction and how difficult it was to come out to God and go against the world's views.
• Ethan Foulkes, a new Christian in Las Vegas, wasn’t afraid to let his light shine. He invited his poker friends to his baptism. Learn more about his journey to faith.
• Jenny Nommensen-Krauklis shares messages of hope with her Facebook friends after her one-day-old son died unexpectedly.

Although it can be hard, don't be afraid to be different. Your light in this world may have eternal consequences.