Broken Body, Broken Game

Broken Body, Broken Game

There are times during particularly intense matches when I feel my body is broken, not literally, but almost literally. That is, the joints hurt, the legs don’t want to move, the lungs are bursting, and the mind can’t think of a way to win. Pulled muscles, cramps, and...
Feel The Presence Of God

Feel The Presence Of God

Today I will seek to feel the presence of my inscrutable God, not rely on the inadequacy of a description: reverential awe, majesty, royal splendor, awesome power veiled by impenetrable clouds and thick darkness are all impressive words, but incomplete. Yet, while He...
Refresh In The Springs Of Joy

Refresh In The Springs Of Joy

Today (as I approach a new year, 2026) I will not grow weary of the life of the past but will refresh myself in all the springs of joyful blessings from the Lord. Galatians 6:9 Let us not grow weary of doing good, for in due season we will reap, if we do not give up....
What Delights You About Your Game?

What Delights You About Your Game?

Winning feels very good, but there are other parts to my game that even exceed winning. For example, any time I hit a tennis ball my frame of mind changes and I am in a happy place. I love to practice. I enjoy analyzing strategy, technique, and execution to discover...