Brian Atkinson served a full time mission in Lansing, Michigan, where he learned ASL and interpreted for the deaf. He received both his bachelor’s and master’s degrees in fine art from Utah State University. Prior to his employment at BYU-Idaho, Brian worked as a staff photographer at Space Dynamics Laboratory for 17 years. He has been teaching for 18 years. Brian and his wife, Marie, have two children and one grandson. His favorite pastimes include photography, traveling—especially road trips— and cooking. He also enjoys attending concerts and theater events with Marie. Attend at the BYUI Center or watch online: www.byui.edu/devotionals.