As I have started streaming on Twitch again, I have been reminded of what a truly enjoyable and fulfilling experience it is when I interact with good people over a shared love of music. As a result, my desire to blog on a daily basis has lessened. So if the frequency of my blog posts is less than it has been, it is not because I am in a bad place mentally or spiritually – quite the opposite.

For my first stream after more than a month, I did a tribute to Fred Rogers this past Friday. He was born March 20th, 1928. He's always been a role model and personal hero of mine, so it was a fitting return to Twitch for me.

I have three books of quotes from Fred Rogers – he wrote and said so many profound and insightful things over the years. I shared on my Mastodon the following quote of his:

At the center of the Universe is a loving heart that continues to beat and that wants the best for every person. Anything that we can do to help foster the intellect and spirit and emotional growth of our fellow human beings, that is our job. Those of us who have this particular vision must continue against all odds. Life is for service.

I share the vision he describes: I believe God desires good for us, and I have a desire to foster the intellect and spirit and emotional growth of my fellow human beings in whatever way I can.

This blog, live streaming, service in my church and community, being a good husband, father, neighbor, etc. – I hope that in some small way through these activities, no matter what obstacles I may face, that I am able to contribute in a positive way to this important work.

Because the older I get, the more I realize, as Fred Rogers understood, that life is for service.

#100DaysToOffload (No. 158) #faith #Lent #life