The world does not need us to be impressive today. It needs us to be kind.
A smile. A gentle word. Patience when it is easier to be sharp.
Being nice costs nothing and it can change everything.
Today’s first reading feels especially timely. It’s a reminder of where our focus should be in prayer, gratitude, and lifting others up. Take a moment to read it slowly, let it sink in, and share it if it speaks to you.
1 Timothy 2:1-8
Beloved: First of all, I ask that supplications, prayers, petitions, and thanksgivings be offered for everyone, for kings and for all in authority, that we may lead a quiet and tranquil life in all devotion and dignity. This is good and pleasing to God our savior, who wills everyone to be saved and to come to knowledge of the truth. For there is one God. There is also one mediator between God and men, the man Christ Jesus, who gave himself as ransom for all. This was the testimony at the proper time. For this I was appointed preacher and Apostle (I am speaking the truth, I am not lying), teacher of the Gentiles in faith and truth. It is my wish, then, that in every place the men should pray, lifting up holy hands, without anger or argument.
“Teach us to number our days, that we may gain a heart of wisdom.” – Psalm 90:12
Turning 36 today. Grateful for the life I’ve been given, the family I love, and the purpose I continue to chase. Not chasing perfection—just presence, impact, and growth.
Time is a gift. I’m learning to steward it well.