Some things I’ve been thinking about lately…
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Recently, I’ve been thinking about who I am and who God wants me to be. I’ve come to the realization that my greatest contributions to the Kingdom won’t be as a theologian or philosopher, even though I enjoy theology and philosophy. I just don’t think that’s where my heart lies. My greatest contribution to God’s Kingdom is the contribution of a poet. My calling is to articulate the beauty and goodness of God. I’m most passionate when I have the opportunity to paint a picture of the love of God, when I write sonnets of magnification in His honor. May my life be sweet verse to you, my Beautiful One!
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The other night on my walk, I tried to think of one word to describe Sunny’s love for me. The word I settled on – true. Over the last 10 years, a lot of things have changed in my life, but one of the few constants has been her love. She has been the conduit for God’s love in my life. If it weren’t for her, I wouldn’t know love. She teaches me grace, unconditional love. Her love is gentle yet strong, quiet but true. I am the unworthy recipient of such love. I only pray I can love her the way she deserves.
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Is it just me, or does every supermarket cart in the world need a complete frontal realignment?
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I’m stoked about the return of Survivor tonight! It’s been a long time since I heard my boy Jeff say, “Oswald, the tribe has spoken.”
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I just watched a guy on Regis set the world record for smashing watermelons open with his head. Surprisingly great television. But it made my head hurt.
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I’m thankful this morning for times of difficulty or adversity that we sometimes face. Regardless of the severity of these circumstances, I’m always struck with my elemental need for God to weather such days.