Monday, May 5, 2025
Distracted
I guess my mind was elsewhere this morning and I was a bit distracted. I’m not sure by what other than that I made my morning tea and turned on the news. I nearly forgot to write a post for today. Because of that, I don’t have much more to say. It will be a sort of short week. I’m still using up vacation time and will be off Wednesday and Friday. Other than that, there’s nothing exciting to report.
Have a wonderful week everyone!
Sunday, May 4, 2025
Walking Boldly in God’s Love
“I have loved you with an everlasting love; I have drawn you with unfailing kindness.”— Jeremiah 31:3
As gay men, each of us has faced moments of doubt, rejection, or even questioned your place in God’s plan. But the truth is this: God’s love for us is unwavering, unconditional, and everlasting. We were created in love, with a divine purpose, and nothing can change that.
We owe it to ourselves to embrace who we are. Ephesians 2:10 says, “For we are God’s handiwork, created in Christ Jesus to do good works, which God prepared in advance for us to do.” We are not mistakes. We are God’s masterpiece. The world may try to tell us otherwise, but the One who formed the universe also formed us—intentionally, beautifully, and with a purpose. Our identity, our love, and our hearts are not separate from our faith but are essential parts of who God made us to be.
We can overcome fear with faith. Joshua 1:9 says, “Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go.” Living authentically takes courage. Whether you are fully out or still on that journey, know that God walks beside you every step of the way. When fears arise—fear of rejection, loneliness, or misunderstanding—remember that God’s presence is constant, and His love is stronger than any fear.
God demands that we love boldly and without shame. We are told in 1 Peter 4:8, “Above all, love each other deeply, because love covers over a multitude of sins.” Love is at the core of who God is, and it is at the core of who we are. Whether it’s in friendships, family, or romantic relationships, our love is sacred and good. God does not condemn love that is rooted in kindness, commitment, and respect. Instead, He calls us to love deeply and without fear.
With God, we can stand in confidence. Philippians 4:13 says, “I can do all this through Him who gives me strength.” There is strength in being who we are. There is power in embracing our faith and our identity fully. God has given us everything you need to walk this journey with confidence, grace, and purpose. Ask yourself: How have you seen God’s love in your journey of self-acceptance? What fears do you need to surrender to God? How can you love yourself and others more deeply today?
God is infinite love. “Whoever does not love does not know God, because God is love.” (1 John 4:8) We should thank God for creating us in His image. Our faith in God can help us walk in confidence, knowing that we are fully loved and fully accepted by God. He will strengthen our heart, guide our steps, and let our lives be a reflection of God’s love.
Saturday, May 3, 2025
Friday, May 2, 2025
Rainy Days and Quiet Plans
Honestly, I don’t mind. Final grades for my class have been calculated and recorded, and the busy semester I’ve had is now over. I have no big plans for the weekend. It feels like the perfect time to relax, catch up on some much-needed sleep, and finally spend some quiet hours reading. There’s a certain peace in the soft sounds of rain outside my windows while getting lost in a good book.
Whatever your weekend holds, whether it’s braving the rain, enjoying beautiful spring days or, like me, embracing a slower pace, I wish you a happy, healthy few days ahead. Enjoy the weekend!
Thursday, May 1, 2025
Busy Day Ahead
Today is going to be a busy day. I only worked a half day on Monday because of a migraine and had to take a sick day on Tuesday for the same reason. I was off yesterday and will be off tomorrow using up extra vacation time I have to use. So, I basically have a week worth of work to do in one day. I have to finish and submit my grades for the class I taught this semester. I also have the usual emails to answer and paperwork to do. Then, this afternoon, I am leading a workshop, which I do not want to do; however, I was asked and because of who will be attending, I felt like I could not refuse. All of this is more than enough for one day. I’m glad I’ll be off tomorrow and can relax for a bit. Grades will be done, and anything else that needs to be done at work can wait until Monday.
Your Isabella pic of the week is one of my favorites. She was such a cute and sweet kitten:
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