You know how teenagers often look like they're under a dark cloud, sullen, shadowed, untouchable? Then there are those few exceptions, those who are lit up up from within. These really stand out because they are unusual and because they are as bright as the others are dark.

In two different youth groups I've seen this phenomenon, a teenager who doesn't care what anyone else thinks but is as secure as the rest are not, more content than even many adults dream of being.
It is possible for a teen to actually listen, to hear and hold on to truth and purpose.
Finding worth in God is beautiful beyond description.

It exudes from the inner being in an uncanny way.
It's a glow no beauty product can produce and that can be seen in a very old wrinkled face as well as a young one. It really is mesmerizingly attractive.

Today we remember Jesus's death, the beauty of his sinless suffering bitterness and pain that we might know sweet mercy. Perhaps we go to a service. Perhaps we spend time with family. We may read the story alone or with others. There may be traditions we enjoy. But however we keep Him central, remembering the hope and the light He is, He is truly the source of the glow.