From the Heart of Brother Jesse – Wednesday, April 9, 2025 – Making Room for What Matters

Dear Friends in Faith,

There is something deeply spiritual about the act of clearing space—whether in our homes, our calendars, or our hearts. When my wife and I began removing the clutter from our lives, we expected to free up physical space. What we didn’t anticipate was the blessing of time, clarity, and connection that followed. With fewer distractions, we discovered that we now had room for what truly matters.

Each morning and evening, we now set aside time for prayer, devotionals, and reading Scripture together. We go out as a couple to simply enjoy one another’s presence over something as simple as ice cream and heartfelt conversation. These moments are not extravagant—they are eternal. They are where peace resides and where God speaks most clearly.

We even made the decision to cancel our cable, replacing hours of idle entertainment with worship music and hymns that now fill our home with peace and reverence. Our conversations have become richer. Our focus has shifted from the noise of the world to the presence of God. In doing so, we found ourselves not only honoring the first pillar—keeping God at the center—but also drawing closer as a couple, embracing the second pillar—the importance of family.

Dear reader, I urge you today to ask the Lord, “What can I clear out to make more room for You?” Then take one small step to simplify. It might just open the door to something far more meaningful than you ever imagined.

In Christ’s gentle leading,
Brother Jesse
Co-founder & Sr. Chaplain
SFIHG Ministries