But this I call to mind, and therefore I have hope; The steadfast love of the Lord never ceases; his mercies never come to an end; They are new every morning; Great is your faithfulness.
{Lamentations 3:21-23 ESV}
Sustained Mercies
Loud Snort
I knew when my father arrived. The Mustang’s growl announced it. The decibel was annoying but now that he’s gone, I only wished he’d revved it longer.
Missing my original Cowboy
Re-View
Teach us to number our days that we may gain a heart of wisdom. {Prayer of Moses : Psalm 90:12}
Last Day / 2018
Incarnation
On the eve of my 30th wedding anniversary, I was immersed in the chaos of my flooded kitchen.
It is a deep paradigm reminding me that the only reality I can hold on to is Christ becoming flesh.
My wife kissed me goodnight with a gracious hope that the Lord shall take care of the mess.
After all, He did not spare Himself to redeem those who will heed His incredible offer.
Kitchen Chaos
Skyline
To be loved and not be known is superficial.
To be known and be rejected is our worst nightmare.
To be known from our ugly depths and still be loved to the Sky is heaven.
Daily Reality in the here and thereafter
Ageless
There is a reality beyond now.
Debra Rapoport for Láro
Validation
Christ affirms my status.
I have been crucified with Christ. It is no longer I who live, but Christ who lives in me. And the life I now live in the flesh I live by faith in the Son of God, who loved me and gave himself for me.
{Galatians 2:20 ESV}
The Hunt for Applause is Over. Christ fills me.
Childlike
Be like a child. Enter His Kingdom.
Disneyland with Child-Spouse
Freedom
Christ sets us free.
Nika Diwa-Ihedigbo at Liberation Point
Count Up
Just a few more days and life takes a twin turn.
Kara Bianca Engaged and Set
Departure
A time to leave.
Petrine Diaspora Soft Difference
Openness
The work of Christ’s grace leads to limitless boundaries.
Classic Coffee at Glendora California
Kiss
Affection that flows from the soul brings glee.
Grandma Carol well loved by granddaughters
Steady
When a man is anchored from simple faith, steadfast character looms.
Marcus Tortorici Holding Tight in Christ
Forged
The strength of the gospel resides in its productive restraint to shackle the flesh while unleashing the leading of the Spirit.
Romans 8:13 Resident Strength
Ethics
The gift of family requires optimum commitment towards unity.
Mama Carol’s 85th Birthday Prayer in California
Rising Sons
Blessed is the man whose quiver is full.
Emeka Ihedigbo + Marcus Tortorici My undeserved gift of sons.
Johnny
Thank you for reclaiming family.
Johnny Giangregorio + sweetheart Kait Warman
Emeka Joseph
Thank you for choosing the unrelenting love of Christ.
Emeka Joseph Ihedigbo, My son with niece Luna
Potter & Baumann
Thank you for using your heart to heal.
Jason Potter & Todd Baumann Medical Artisans