“For there is no greater joy than joy in the greatness of God. And if we must suffer to see this and savor it most deeply, then suffering is a mercy.” John Piper – Don’t Waste Your Life

“Our doubts are traitors, and make us lose the good we oft might win, by fearing to attempt.” ― William Shakespeare

We became pen pals and started getting to know each other when he was 21 years old. So as Jon turns 50 years old this weekend, I am calculating that I have known him for 29 years. I am so grateful for the past 29…