Phenomenal… And yes, I have been watching the soccer ball, too. Thanks for the nudge… the Book of Jonah is 15 short minutes well spent. These reflections are delightful.
Thank you for writing this, Jeff. I needed to hear it. I used to not think I had any "enemies." There was like.. you know, the corrupt world leaders, but I could say I loved them and prayed for them on occasion. Now it's like any "stupid person who doesn't agree with me politically" can be my "enemy" and vice versa! I'm being a bit sarcastic, but I don't always feel as loving as I used to, and am becoming convicted love is action, and it's work, and it's only through the grace and love of God in Jesus. I'm going to try to remember to share this on Facebook if I can. Are you going to share it on your FB? A lot of us need to read this!!
I’m glad it ministered to you, Keri! This message challenges me deeply too. I might need it more than anyone. I wasn’t planning to share it myself on FB, but if you feel called to do so, I’d be honored for you to share it.
Jeff. Thank you so much for this. I’ll admit it. All I had remembered about the story was the big fish. I am grateful for you and your offering of these timely, thought-provoking words.
Phenomenal… And yes, I have been watching the soccer ball, too. Thanks for the nudge… the Book of Jonah is 15 short minutes well spent. These reflections are delightful.
Thank you, Jeff. Along these lines, a new book you may be interested in, trying to find a path forward amidst distrust and pain: https://www.nytimes.com/2026/04/13/books/review/the-future-is-peace-aziz-abu-sarah-maoz-inon.html?unlocked_article_code=1.g1A.V4MH.pc7V1L-z5H9q&smid=nytcore-ios-share
Thanks for sharing! This book looks amazing.
Thank you for writing this, Jeff. I needed to hear it. I used to not think I had any "enemies." There was like.. you know, the corrupt world leaders, but I could say I loved them and prayed for them on occasion. Now it's like any "stupid person who doesn't agree with me politically" can be my "enemy" and vice versa! I'm being a bit sarcastic, but I don't always feel as loving as I used to, and am becoming convicted love is action, and it's work, and it's only through the grace and love of God in Jesus. I'm going to try to remember to share this on Facebook if I can. Are you going to share it on your FB? A lot of us need to read this!!
I’m glad it ministered to you, Keri! This message challenges me deeply too. I might need it more than anyone. I wasn’t planning to share it myself on FB, but if you feel called to do so, I’d be honored for you to share it.
Jeff. Thank you so much for this. I’ll admit it. All I had remembered about the story was the big fish. I am grateful for you and your offering of these timely, thought-provoking words.
Jennifer, it’s so wonderful to hear from you! Thank you for the encouraging words! I’m thrilled that this essay spoke to you!