Today March 29, I turn 49. One more year and I’ll enter the golden age. This day makes me reflect about my life and everything that I have been through.

What keeps me going when the road of life seems difficult and hard? What fills my thoughts when I am are discouraged? As Christians, we have learned that those who delight in God’s word, in God’s truth, and meditate on it, will find refreshment and nourishment for the long haul.

As I turn almost half a century old, I pray that I will always endeavor to turn my thoughts toward Him and His blessings because those who look to Him find life and strength to keep going.

May God shield my thoughts from discouragement and the temptation to abandon His path and turn to worldly ways of power and control. God has called me to lead, teach and serve others, following Jesus’ example, even when it is hard.

I want to be found walking in God’s way everyday.