Some of the most beautiful things in life are not the ones that stay brand new, but the ones that are faithfully used. A worn baseball glove reminds us that God shapes disciples the same way—through ordinary days, countless small moments, and a lifetime of grace. In Ordinary Time, discover how the slow work of God forms hearts that are not perfect, but wonderfully prepared to catch grace.
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The Spirituality of the Gravel Driveway
Not every road is smooth, and neither is the journey of faith. In The Spirituality of the Gravel Driveway, Rev. Don Davidson reflects on growing up with a long farm driveway that was forever shifting, rutting, and demanding attention. With gentle humour in the style of Stephen Leacock, he discovers that perhaps God’s grace is less like polished pavement and more like faithful gravel—always carrying us home, even when the path is a little rough around the edges.
The Theology of the Well-Worn Picnic Blanket
What can an old picnic blanket teach us about the Kingdom of God? Perhaps more than we imagine. As summer begins to wind down, discover how faded fabric, shared meals, and simple hospitality reveal that God’s grace is often found in the ordinary moments where we make room for one another.
The Theology of the First Cool Morning in August
Have you ever noticed that first cool morning in August? The air changes almost overnight, and suddenly the world feels just a little different. In this light-hearted reflection, discover how the changing seasons quietly reveal the patient work of God’s grace—reminding us that the deepest spiritual growth often comes not through dramatic moments, but through the gentle, faithful rhythms of ordinary life.
The Theology of the Swimming Dock
Some of us spend a great deal of life with our toes in the water—waiting until we feel completely ready before taking the next step. But faith has never been about perfect certainty. Like standing on a summer swimming dock, discipleship often means trusting that God’s grace is already waiting to hold us. A light-hearted reflection on courage, Ordinary Time, and learning to take the plunge.
The Spiritual Wisdom of Watching the Sunset
Every sunset offers more than a beautiful ending to the day—it quietly invites us to slow down, give thanks, and remember that God is still faithfully holding the world together. Perhaps one of the holiest things we can do is simply pause long enough to watch the sky preach its evening sermon.
The Gospel According to the Watermelon
Everyone seems to have a foolproof method for choosing the perfect watermelon. Tap it. Lift it. Look for the field spot. Listen carefully to complete strangers in the grocery store. In this lighthearted reflection, Rev. Don Davidson explores what our annual watermelon wisdom teaches us about discernment, trusting God, and discovering that faithful living is often less about perfect choices than about walking with the One who faithfully guides us every step of the way.
The Theology of the Screen Door
Bang! The familiar sound of a summer screen door once meant neighbours dropping by, children racing in and out, and homes that always seemed ready for one more guest. In this lighthearted reflection, Rev. Don Davidson explores how that simple summer sound still has something to teach us about hospitality, belonging, and the Gospel’s invitation to leave the door—and our hearts—open.
The Great Canadian Porch Visit
What if one of the holiest moments of your week isn’t found in a grand event, but in an unexpected conversation on a neighbour’s porch? In a world that prizes efficiency, the simple gift of lingering with another person may be one of God’s quietest ways of building community. A light-hearted reflection on neighbourliness, holy interruptions, and the grace found in ordinary summer afternoons.
Another Trip Around the Sun
Birthdays have a way of becoming holy days. They invite us to pause, look back with gratitude, remember those we have loved and lost, celebrate the people who still walk beside us, and give thanks for the quiet faithfulness of God through another year. On my birthday, I reflect on family, friendship, growing older (if not always wiser!), and the countless ordinary blessings that make life so wonderfully rich. Grace, it seems, has carried me farther than I ever imagined.