08/10/2026
Thinking about my dad today on his birthday. He was born 112 years ago, and although many years have passed, the memories and lessons he gave me are still very much a part of my life.
My dad was always there for me. I remember when I was little, he would stand in the swimming pool, hold out his arms, and say, “Trust me and jump to me.”
Of course, like most kids, I was afraid to jump. Years later, I remember my own kids being afraid to take that same leap—and more recently, I've watched my grandkids hesitate too. They had to trust that someone who loved them was there, ready to catch them.
This morning, I read something in my daily devotional that brought that memory of my dad right back to me. Our Heavenly Father is standing there with His arms open, asking us to take that same leap of faith.
“You can trust Me. I’m working behind the scenes, and I can handle anything you give Me.”
Sometimes it's hard to let go and jump. We want to hold on. We want to know exactly what's going to happen. But God is asking us to trust Him—to place our worries, our struggles, our plans, and ultimately our lives into His hands.
Do you want your life to be in God's hands? Trust Him today, tomorrow, and forever. His arms are always there.
John 10:28:
“I give them eternal life, and they shall never perish; no one will sn**ch them out of my hand.”
Happy Birthday in Heaven, Dad. ❤️ Thank you for teaching me what it means to trust someone who loves you enough to always be there to catch you. 🙏
Yes, that's a candy cigarette I'm enjoying 😉