Every second Wednesday morning, I help lead a Bible study at a seniors’ residence. It is so wonderful to get into the Word with people who have, for the most part, walked with God all of their lives. As is so often the case with ministry, in ministering (supposedly), I find myself more ministered to. I have noticed a major theme. While, in honesty, there is acknowledgement of times of doubt and weakness, there is experience of a God who never abandons us, and whose mercy never fails. Steadfast love, the Old Testament calls it. I count on it, but know it comes at a cost.