Welcome to the Surf Report for November 26, 2024!
.: God :
If you have ever experienced death in your family/friend circle, you know that there is an ebb and flow to it. Some days you are good, the world is bright and beautiful; other days you are not so good, the world is rainy and depressing. Ultimately, you are mourning a loss. Mourning what could have been but will never be. That’s where I’ve been since I last wrote. Experiencing the highs and lows of losing not a person but a church.
At the same time, my family and I joined Mobberly Baptist Church. I figured that I could either wallow in the past or press forward into the future. We have joined a small group; I have joined a weekly men’s Bible study. God is good.
I look forward to healing, serving, and getting to know more people.
.: Life :
I am currently reading:
The Shadow of the Gods by John Gwynne – A tale of Vikings sprinkled with just enough mystery to keep me going. There is a magic element to it but how much magic remains to be seen. I am enjoying the world and the characters therein.
Shepherding Like Jesus: Returning to the Wild Idea that Character Matters in Ministry by Andrew Hébert – I’ve only gotten through the introduction but the title says it all: Character Matters in Ministry. Looking forward to reading through this book by my new pastor.
And then, I’ve been listening to The Way of Kings by Brandon Sanderson on my commute to/from work. I’ve read this book some fourteen years ago but decided to relisten to the series on audiobook.
.: Gaming :
I bought Metaphor: ReFantazio and Dragon Age: The Veilguard within the span of a week. I love the story, characters, and atmosphere of Metaphor. The battle system though is something else. I find myself under-leveled and almost in an analysis-paralysis. Should I have picked another character class? Am I playing the game right? I love it… but Metaphor is unlike anything I’ve ever played.
Dragon Age: The Veilguard plays well, has an interesting story that never goes where I think it will, and solid characters. It’s one of those games where a story mission is just the perfect length to play, beat, and then log off for the night. I’ve been playing for about 7 hours now. Will continue and report back.
That’s it for me. How about you? What have you been up to? Let me know in the comments below.
JohnnyBGamer 