Modulating Tones

Edited 8/24/2026 This morning while praying for my nieces, nephews, and Godchildren, I called out each of them by name. When I got to the daughter of my brother, Mr. G, I also called out her middle name which is my mother’s first name. My brother’s nickname had been “Mr. G” since he was a baby. I don’t know why I included my niece’s middle name when I called her out in prayer, but just like that—right after I did—the tears started flowing. My mother transitioned over 25 years ago, and I’ve spoken her name many times since then. Starbucks knows her well because for years I used to give them her name instead of mine. 😊 “Don’t judge me!” 😄 But something was different this morning. Maybe it was simply a moment of missing my mother. Maybe it was gratitude. Maybe it was the Holy Spirit touching a place in my heart that I didn’t even know needed touching. There’s something precious about spending time with God in prayer. When we slow down long enough to fellowship with Him, He has a way of...