Living in the fear of the Lord and in the comfort of the Holy Spirit. — Acts 9:31b. Here we go again talking about fearing God. Maybe, I need to do little work beginning with the passage’s context. Acts 9:31b states, “And he [Saul, now known as Paul] lived in Jerusalem, moving about freely, and…
Month: August 2024
Who We Are
Who we are and who we become depends, in part, on whom we love. — Kepler. Kepler’s observation is often used as a cautionary tale against unhealthy relationships. However, it can also be interpreted as a powerful invitation to self-reflection and appreciation for the people and things that have shaped our lives. While it’s essential to…
Game Week
The first week of the football season, often referred to as “game week,” holds a special place in the hearts of those who have participated in the sport. It certainly does with me. It’s a time of renewed hope, excitement, and anticipation. Regardless of the team’s previous performance, there’s a universal belief that this could…
Time Flies
Time seems to be racing by faster than ever. It feels like yesterday that my children were babies, and now my grandchildren are heading off to college. While some might attribute this to subjective time distortion, I believe there’s a more mathematical explanation. As we age, the percentage of our remaining life decreases at an…
Tomorrow
Proverbs 27:1 is a timeless reminder of life’s inherent unpredictability. It’s “Do not boast about tomorrow, for you do not know what a day may bring forth,” is a sobering truth that resonates across cultures and generations. Sports, often hailed as a microcosm of life, offers a stark illustration of this principle. The physical toll…