• Four hundred Years a Slave

    Deuteronomy 8:3 emphasizes that while the Israelites faced physical hunger, their true sustenance comes from God’s word. After centuries of enslavement, they needed spiritual growth during their wilderness journey. God prepares them for the promised land by ensuring they recognize their existing blessings before bringing them into abundance.

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  • Love is…

    1 Corinthians 13:4-8 describes the essence of love as patient, kind, and selfless, suggesting it is a reflection of God’s nature. The passage is often used as a self-assessment tool for Christians, highlighting areas for personal growth by comparing oneself to Christ. Ultimately, it reinforces the idea that embodying love…

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  • Despite the Storm

    The text reflects on biblical accounts of Jesus calming storms, emphasizing that true peace comes from faith in God. While Jesus calms the storm, He first reassures His disciples by urging them to not be afraid. The author conveys struggles with anxiety, highlighting the importance of maintaining focus on God…

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  • Consequences of Faith

    The content discusses the consequences of living a godly life in faith, as outlined in 2 Timothy 3:12. It emphasizes that believers will face persecution but also highlights the benefits of faith, including eternal rewards, salvation, transformation, empowerment, perseverance, community, justification, hope, peace, and love, encouraging deeper commitment despite challenges.

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  • Through the Layers

    The narrative describes Adam and Eve’s transition from innocence to shame after eating the forbidden fruit, leading to fear and isolation. Their actions resulted in a separation from God and each other. Emphasizing the importance of trust over fear, it highlights God’s desire for reconciliation and the potential for deeper…

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  • It May Be

    The passage reflects on Job 1:5, where Job fears his children may have sinned, highlighting the role of fear as an entry point for Satan. It suggests that while Job’s children’s sins are unconfirmed, Job’s trials led to blessings. Ultimately, it emphasizes God’s spirit of power over fear and personal…

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  • In the Potter’s Hand

    In Jeremiah 18:1-6, God compares Himself to a potter shaping clay. He emphasizes His ability to reshape and correct His creations until they are flawless, unlike clay hardened by fire. This signifies that as long as one is alive, God continues to refine and restore, aiming for perfection in each…

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  • Do You Know Who You Are?

    The passage emphasizes the importance of living the life God has assigned to each individual, encouraging authenticity and discouraging mimicking others. It underscores the necessity of a saving relationship with Jesus Christ to become the person God intends. Trust in God’s plan is vital to achieving personal fulfillment and spiritual…

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  • In All Circumstances?

    The passage from 1 Thessalonians emphasizes the importance of gratitude in fostering happiness. It suggests that to connect with positive spiritual qualities, one must practice giving thanks in all circumstances. Learning the languages of gratitude and love, often taught by caregivers, is essential to cultivating a joyful life.

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  • What’s In a Name?

    Naomi, meaning ‘pleasant’, changed her name to Mara, meaning ‘bitter’, after tragic losses. Despite this, the book of Ruth never refers to her as Mara, highlighting the permanence of identity assigned by God. Our true identity, defined by God, remains unchanged regardless of worldly views or names we adopt.

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Who am I?

I’ve walked a path I didn’t ask for, guided by a God I can’t ignore. I don’t wear titles well—writer, teacher, leader—they fit like borrowed armor. But I know this: I’ve bled truth onto a page, challenged what I was told to swallow, and led only because I refused to follow where I couldn’t see Christ.

I don’t see greatness in the mirror. I see someone ordinary, shaped by pain and made resilient through it. I’m not above anyone. I’m not below anyone. I’m just trying to live what I believe and document the war inside so others know they aren’t alone.

If you’re looking for polished answers, you won’t find them here.
But if you’re looking for honesty, tension, paradox, and a relentless pursuit of truth,
you’re in the right place.

If you’re unsure of what path to follow or disillusioned with the world today and are willing to walk with me along this path I follow, you’ll never be alone. Everyone is welcome and invited to participate as much as they feel comfortable with.

Now, welcome home. I’m Don.

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