With Faith and Strength

Sunday, December 28, 2025

My wife and I found ourselves in a discussion over the incredible variety of expressions of Christian faith.  To my mind, I have been a Christian for decades, practically my entire lifetime.  But I have friends who, for one quirky reason or another, still try to evangelize me because of some “error” they see in my theology or opinion.  And while years ago I figured out that I have no way of knowing who really is in God’s hands and who isn’t, I know many people claiming Christian faith about which I carry deep doubt.  I am glad God has to make these decisions, not me.  What I can say, positively, is that there have been some people I have observed, whose faith and expression thereof inspired me.  One just got added to the list.

Former Senator Ben Sasse’s announcement, two days before Christmas, of his expected death due to cancer is what just put him on the list.

I should shut up now, the announcement is one of those things that should stand on its own.  What I will say is it is faith lived, practiced and practical.  It is eloquent in its theological ineloquence.  It is plain and clear from where the man draws his strength without being platitudinous or sappy. It is a testament to the kind of faith I want to have and show.  It’s example guides my prayers this Sunday morning.  I commend the same to you.