These reflections are written in real time—what God is teaching me right now. Some come from grief, some from growth, some from silence. They aren’t polished answers, just faithful attention to what God is doing in the moment.

I Miss Her Because She Loved Me Well

On my mom’s birthday, I’m reminded how rare it is to feel deeply and unconditionally loved. I miss her because she loved me well, and I trust God’s kindness in bringing her into rest. The love I received is still part of me.

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Faithfulness in the Quiet Places

It’s been a while since I’ve served in church. Over the years, I’ve worked with many churches as a web developer—building websites, improving systems, helping behind the scenes. But I hadn’t been using one of the gifts that feels closest to my heart: encouragement.