Truly Live by the Spirit

“For those who are led by the Spirit of God are the children of God.” – Romans 8:14 Every year, my father-in-law, Doc, who has succeeded in business, brings our family together for an annual vacation. When I married Hannah, he was an optometrist, but as his business prospered, he began generously providing these trips. While we enjoy incredible destinations and fun activities, Doc’s true purpose is to gather the family each morning to encourage one another in Christ. No matter where we travel, mornings are reserved for two hours of cinnamon rolls, coffee, Bible study, and prayer. Each morning, a different family takes a turn to share a devotional. One year, Martine—my mother-in-law, a woman full of life and the Holy Spirit—shared a message that has stayed with us all. Even years later, her words resonate. She said, “The older I get, the younger I feel.” That struck me