Uncompromised

  The best friends we can have are those who pray for you without needing to be asked. They defend you when you’re not around, and with them, gossip comes to a dead stop. I always remind my son that God sends us different types of friends. Some are seasonal—friends who enter your life for a time, sharing laughter, love, and memories. As seasons change, so do our lives, and sometimes these friends are led down a different path. Though life may take us in separate directions, they will always hold a piece of your heart. These friends are special, and we often wish they could stay forever. Then there are lifelong friends. Even if years pass without seeing each other, when you reconnect, it’s as if no time has passed at all! As I grow older, I realize one of the most precious gifts God has given me is my "God-connected" friends—those who sense when you need prayer, even when you haven’t spoken a word. I’ve lost count of how many times I’ve prayed for someone, only to receive a me...

Let me share a heartwarming story that took place a couple weeks ago. I found myself in a bit of a predicament because I couldn't read my books properly. Everything appeared blurry, and it caused me genuine concern. Adding to my worries, I started panicking about potential side effects from my RA medication, fearing I might lose my vision, which was definitely not on my bucket list! However, amidst all this, a fascinating twist occurred: my computer work remained perfectly clear! In a moment of lightheartedness, a playful joke my mother used to share came to mind. She used to humorously claim that our arms "get shorter" as we age, impacting our ability to read up close. Half-jokingly, I decided to follow her advice, and to my surprise, it worked like magic! By moving the book a little further away, the words came into focus again! Now, here's the truly delightful part: I am now officially a part of the reading glasses squad, and it feels like a significant milestone i...

Let's not forget who we truly are as beloved children of God. Inside each of us, there's a treasure trove of wisdom waiting to shine. Sometimes, we might think we're lacking, but in reality, we're incredibly rich. We might search for wisdom far and wide, yet we're already connected to the wellspring of wisdom through grace. Feeling like something's missing? Well, here's the secret: we've got everything we need to be our authentic selves and fulfill our purpose. As the Bible says in Ephesians 2:10: "For we are God's handiwork, created in Christ Jesus to do good works, which God prepared in advance for us to do." The gospel provides all we need and transforms our entire lives . Have a blessed day!