“And the Word became flesh and lived among us ...” John 1:14
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About In the Meantime
I’ve spent years reflecting on my life – trying to make sense of it and connect the dots. Over time, later seasons have brought deeper meaning to earlier ones. Like you, my life has held both blessing and suffering. Through it all, my faith has been tested – and, by God’s grace, strengthened.
After His resurrection, Jesus said: “All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to me. Therefore, go and make disciples ... And surely I am with you always, to the very end of the age.” (Matthew 28:18-20) This is the Great Commission – the life purpose of every disciple (learner, follower) of Jesus Christ.
Jesus also promised: “... you will receive power when the Holy Spirit comes on you; and you will be my witnesses ...” (Acts 1:8)
We live in the time between Christ’s ascension into heaven and His promised return. This is the meantime.
Why Our Stories Matter
One of the most powerful ways we fulfill our purpose is by sharing our stories. Each life is unique – no one else has lived yours. When we tell our stories, we bear witness to Christ through the power of the Holy Spirit.
God uses our experiences – our joys and our suffering – for our good and for His glory.
This Site is About Walking Together
In the Meantime is an anthology of stories about encountering God in everyday life. God is the main Character.
Walk Tall offers Scripture and inspirational words of truth, encouragement and hope to guide your daily walk with the Lord.
My prayer is that these stories will help you encounter God at work in your life. My hope is to walk with you as we grow in faith together.
As you read, I invite you to reflect:
Where do you see God in your story?
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About Richard Selke
My name is Richard Selke. My wife Susan and I live in Houston, Texas.
I am a follower of Jesus Christ, husband, father, grandfather, retired pastor and attorney, and writer. Throughout my life, I have served in business, ministry and community leadership, and each season has deepened my understanding of God’s presence, love, mercy and grace.
After careers in real estate law, development and brokerage, I answered God’s call to professional ministry. Following studies at Asbury Theological Seminary, I served churches across Texas before retiring from pastoral ministry. Today, I continue to serve by encouraging others through writing, mentoring and sharing stories of faith.
Susan and I have three daughters and seven grandchildren.
Following the loss of our son, a Marine veteran who struggled with the invisible wounds of war, Susan and I became active in veteran-support and suicide-prevention efforts. These experiences have deepened my commitment to helping others find healing, resilience, meaning and hope.
My work focuses on faith, discipleship, spiritual growth, healing, post-traumatic growth, purpose and the ways God works through the stories of our lives.
I believe that when we reflect on our lives through the lens of faith, we discover who we are, Whose we are and why we’re here.
Remember and believe, Christ has died. Christ is risen. Christ will come again. And in the meantime, God is with you – always.
Look for Him.