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I began reading the Bible more seriously around 2020–2022. Before that, I was involved in Bible study groups and was raised with exposure to Dutch Protestant traditions. Still, my journey was often marked by doubt, and at times I found myself more aligned with a religious mindset than with true discipleship. It was during that same period, however, that I began to develop a deeper trust in the Bible as the Word of God.

“Thy word is a lamp unto my feet, and a light unto my path.” — Psalm 119:105

During that time I also came across several teachers and resources that helped me recognize how even small scriptural details can carry prophetic meaning and how seemingly unrelated passages often come together in remarkable ways.

“We have also a more sure word of prophecy; whereunto ye do well that ye take heed, as unto a light that shineth in a dark place...” — 2 Peter 1:19

If you're curious about some of the voices that have influenced my thinking, you can find them here:
👉 Resources & Teachers

Though I'm not part of any church or denomination at the moment, I try to learn from a wide range of perspectives—both grassroots believers and those shaped by more formal theological thinking. I occasionally find spiritual depth in older Catholic traditions as well, and sometimes pray through the Stations of the Cross.

I would describe myself as a watchman—in the biblical sense of someone who seeks to be awake and discerning of the times we are living in, sounding a spiritual warning where needed, and pointing others to the truth found in God's Word.

“Son of man, I have made thee a watchman unto the house of Israel: therefore hear the word at my mouth, and give them warning from me.” — Ezekiel 3:17

I try to read the Bible daily—usually in a meditative, reflective way, often opening to a random chapter. I’m especially drawn to the direct words of Jesus, which often speak with piercing clarity and personal relevance.

“The words that I speak unto you, they are spirit, and they are life.” — John 6:63

The name of this blog was inspired by a holiday in Spain—for obvious reasons: a lot of sun. But it also carries deeper meaning. Light is a powerful biblical image: it represents God’s truth, His presence, His return, and the calling to be awake and watchful. Most of all, it points to Jesus Himself, who is described as the Sun of righteousness — a radiant promise of healing, justice, and restoration.

“But unto you that fear my name shall the Sun of righteousness arise with healing in his wings.” — Malachi 4:2

The play on words is hard to miss: the Sun who rises is also the Son who returns. He is the light of the world, and His coming will shine on all who wait for Him.

This blog started as a personal experiment when I noticed that tools like ChatGPT could assist in exploring, summarizing, and reflecting on Scripture. Occasionally something comes out of that process which feels worth sharing, and the blog became a central place to store these notes and refer others to them. I also use this kind of technology professionally in my work as a software developer.

After a few people expressed appreciation for one particular post (linked below), I decided to add this more formal introduction to give visitors some context about who I am and why this blog exists.
👉 https://tinyurl.com/popeleo14

“Prove all things; hold fast that which is good.” — 1 Thessalonians 5:21

Standing at the watchtower,
Henk Kroon

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