When Freedom is a Daily Holiday

Happy 4th of July to everyone here in the US as we celebrate our nation’s independence. This week, we celebrate our nation’s autonomy as a novice nation when the thirteen original colonies formally adopted the Declaration of Independence on July 4, 1776. We have been fighting and celebrating ever since. Celebration is an important activity…

When Your Adventure Begins

Recently, I announced at my worksite that I was doing the early retirement thing. They’re planning a party. I’m planning two parties. Former coworkers whom I haven’t seen in years have popped into my life with well wishes and congratulations. I sensed the Lord’s calling me to early retirement almost two years ago, but I…