This morning a small group of us went back to Project Share to put the exterior drywall on the shell that we built last week. Today (August 1) is my birthday. My 36th and final birthday to be exact. I will be 36 for the rest of my life.

I could have slept in this morning, had Maureen make me breakfast in bed and just relaxed, but I did something much better with my birthday morning. I served! I don’t say this to brag at all. I am actually processing this myself as I type.

I was talking to my dad this morning and as we were talking he said “each birthday is a bonus- actually each new day is a bonus.” He’s right! God has not guarenteed any of us more than the moment we are in right now. So for me to be able to serve Him this morning by helping my community is an absolutely perfect gift. He’s given me the strength, ability, know how and passion for doing this kind of stuff- and I love Him for it. I love seeing him at work in the lives of those who are marginalized and forgotten. I love seeing provision come to those who do not have. I love seeing people who once were lost found. I love the gift that he gave me this morning.

Thanks Jesus for the opportunity to walk and work with you this morning,

Ryan