A shoebox. A testimony. A simple invitation to serve. Looking back, I can see how God used each step to shape my faith, grow my family, and remind me that every act of obedience matters.

A woman approaching 100 years old recently gave me some simple advice:

“Life is going to be hard, and bad things might happen, but you keep going and keep pushing… and you need Jesus.”

Twenty-seven years of marriage has taught me she was right.