All the churches in France were empty. All the churches in Italy are closed. I must find my own way to worship. I was listening to Sandy Patty’s “We Shall Behold Him.” If you know Sandy Patty, you know she starts off slowly, gets warmed up, then takes off, and finishes over the top. While…
DetailsYesterday I wrote about the negative thoughts. Today that changed. Did you all pray for me or something? I put on my headphones and was listening to John Denver’s wildlife concert. I’m not a swearing guy, but if I were, I’d start here. It sounded differently. I could hear every instrument, background singer, and Denver.…
DetailsSunday is not the day of worship. Today we took a day off of sorts. We went on to the next town, but it was just 10-ish miles away. Easiest day so far. I’d like to think we took off because it’s Sunday and we should go to one of the many churches we have…
DetailsThings I think I think. Several of you have asked me what I think about when I’m walking. Before I answer, I want to say ‘Thank you!’ to all of you who hit an emoji, or leave a comment or share a post (plz share!) It’s very encouraging. More than you might think. I wish…
DetailsMusing #1. Yesterday I walked from Canterbury to Rome. 16.7 miles. And I broke one promise. Not to be stupid. I saw a broken sign that said Foot Path. I was on foot and I saw a path…behind a broken fence. I decided to go anyway. I got lost. Like in a giant cornfield lost,…
DetailsIn the quiet fishing village of Bethsaida, there was a legend passed down for generations. It was said that deep beneath the waters of the Sea of Galilee lived a fish with a single golden eye. But this was no ordinary fish—it was cursed, and whoever caught it would face a terrible fate. Yet, despite…
DetailsWe got a late start and ended up walking the entire day sans food, till our host served us dinner at 7:45. PM. Abt an hour away from our destination the temps dropped maybe 10 degrees, the skies opened and torrents of rain fell and I had no time to get out my rain gear.…
DetailsHere’s a combined insight from both perspectives that will truly engage your listeners and add a surprising depth to the story of Jesus calling His first disciples: “Jesus’ Call Was Radically Countercultural—Breaking All the Rules” In first-century Jewish tradition, it was customary for disciples to seek out rabbis, applying for the honor to follow them…
DetailsFish as Amulets and Protective Symbols Fish were not only a source of sustenance but also had a role in ritual magic and folk religion in the ancient Near East. Fish symbols represented life, renewal, and abundance. Fishermen, as primary handlers of these creatures, sometimes participated in crafting amulets or charms using fish scales or…
DetailsWe’re in your 60s. But not all week, it depends, the worst thing you can do for your thumbs is texting. Seriously, texting, you go like this, you know, that’s what you’re rubbing on the back. So what’s the best thing you know? Swipe. You swipe your new text for your thumb. Yeah, if you…
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