Psalm 102:23, He has brought down my strength before my time, strikes a chord, especially when juxtaposed with the sobering truth that “we have no right to a long life.” As a transplant recipient, I’ve been granted a precious extension of time, a gift for which I am eternally grateful. Yet, this extended lease on life…
House Becomes A Home
“I will walk with sincerity of heart within my house” – Psalm 101:2. David’s declaration challenges the pervasive notion that our homes are sanctuaries for unchecked emotions and behaviors. Far from granting us license to lower our standards, David urges us to elevate our conduct within the domestic sphere. It is perplexing how often we…
Well-Lived Life
The more I delve into these reflections and engage with readers, the more evident it becomes that the human experience is a universal tapestry woven with shared threads of doubt, longing, and hope. Regardless of age, status, or circumstance, we find ourselves grappling with anxieties about the future and lingering regrets about the past. It’s…
Immaturity and Insight
Lay aside immaturity, and live, and walk in the way of insight. — Proverbs 9:6. My mother stated me in school early and was pleased when later, the school moved me up a grade in elementary school. She was convinced that I was able to handle the schoolwork, but what she didn’t factor was that I…
Ones With Nothing
Ryan Cabrera’s observation, “Sometimes the most happy people in life are the ones with nothing,” is a unique reflection on the human condition. It challenges the common held belief that material wealth is synonymous with happiness. We often encounter individuals who, despite facing immense adversity, radiate an inner joy that seems incongruous with their circumstances.…