Since childhood, the Bible has been a part of my life. Admittedly, there were times it sat untouched on a shelf. Then there were days I opened it when life felt out of control. Now, I may finish reading my Bible for the day, but it is never finished with me. When I close my Bible, the words follow me into my conversations, prayers, decisions, and circumstances. Looking back, my relationship with the Bible has reflected my relationship with God. At first, I believed it because

I was not the valedictorian of my high school graduating class. When I received my diploma 50 years ago, I was an average student with perfect attendance - I knew how to show up. You might wonder what a 1976 Tate graduate could have in common with you. Well, once upon a time, I was you; anticipating life and the freedom of adulthood. In school, I was assigned books to help me understand the world, prepare for my future, and dream big.