• Reflection

    Don’t Panic

    I began writing this post way back in September just before my 42nd birthday. Those of you familiar with the science fiction novel “The Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy” by Douglas Adams, will understand the significance of 42, which according to Adams is, “the answer to the question of life, the universe, and everything.” But what is the question? For me, it was never about the fear of “40.” I was glad to be 40 because I knew I would soon be 42. My nerdy heart swelled. But now I’ve been 42 for a few months, and I’m still trying to figure out how I feel about it. “Don’t Panic!”…

  • Fruit of the Spirit

    Summer Fruit Devotion: Peace Day 2

    Heart & Mind “For those who live according to the flesh set their minds on the things of the flesh, but those who live according to the Spirit set their minds on the things of the Spirit. For to set the mind on the flesh is death, but to set the mind on the Spirit is life and peace. For the mind that is set on the flesh is hostile to God, for it does not submit to God’s law; indeed, it cannot.” Romans 8:5-7 “Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God. And the…