Between Maps and Meaning

Daily thoughts and learning

  • Peace in the Fire

    John 16:33 “I have said these things to you, that in me you may have peace. In the world you will have tribulation. But take heart; I have overcome the…

  • Wildcat Files: The Sand Cat

    The Sand Cat was one of the most fun little creatures to learn about. As you can see, they are incredibly cute — but these cats are tough. They survive…

  • Wildcat Files: The Marbled Cat

    I’ve had a bit of writer’s block these past few days, but I’ve decided to break my silence with a series on wildcats. I want to start with a lesser-known…

  • A Meaningful Psalm

    Psalm 127:1–2Unless the Lord builds the house, the builders labor in vain. Unless the Lord watches over the city, the guards stand watch in vain. In vain you rise early…

  • Rewired by Truth

    Romans 12:2 Do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind I’ve found over the past few days that my mind is not…

  • Trump’s Oligarchy: Philosophy Behind DEI, DOGE, ICE, and Greenland

    Over the next few paragraphs I want to talk about about a key figure behind the Trump administration Peter Thiel. Actually, I want to talk about his political philosophy, and…

  • Taking the Scenic Route

    I’m sure we’ve all enjoyed a beautiful ride in the country at some point. Perhaps even just a ride passing a beach, rolling down your window, taking in the sea…

  • Winning the War

    For some of us in this life everyday is a battle. A battle to be motivated, a battle to be do right, a battle to even just get out of…

  • How Geography Shapes Religious Beliefs

    I’ve missed some days and in my return have decided to write a very short essay on how geography can shape a culture’s religious beliefs. I figured in my return…

  • Remember to be a Child

    I started a new book today, and there’s much I could pull from it even though I’ve just started it. I’ll note that from the very jump I could tell…