Pilgrim's Progress Journal: Chapter 24 - The Flatterer
March 20, 2026 at 12:15 PM
Not every deception comes with threats. Some come with smiles, praise, and gentle words that feel safe, until you realise you’ve been led off the path.
Pilgrim's Progress Journal: Chapter 23 - Ignorance
March 20, 2026 at 11:15 AM
Not everyone on the road looks hostile. Some are pleasant, friendly, and confident, yet quietly lost in the most dangerous way.
Pilgrim's Progress Journal: Chapter 22 - The Delectable Mountains
March 16, 2026 at 01:15 PM
After the darkness of the castle, God gives a kindness that strengthens the weary: fresh air, safe ground, and a clearer view ahead.
Pilgrim's Progress Journal: Chapter 21 - Doubting Castle
March 16, 2026 at 12:15 PM
Some pits are not dug in the ground, they’re dug in the mind, where darkness settles and hope feels far away.
Pilgrim's Progress Journal: Chapter 20 - By-path Meadow
March 16, 2026 at 11:15 AM
Even sincere pilgrims can grow weary, and weariness has a way of making shortcuts look wise.
Pilgrim's Progress Journal: Chapter 19 - The Hill Lucre
March 16, 2026 at 10:15 AM
Not every temptation looks sinful at first glance. Sometimes it looks like opportunity or a quick detour that promises gain with very little cost.
Small Progress, Same Pile of Projects
March 09, 2026 at 04:15 PM
Things have been rather basic of late. Not “going through the motions,” but not exactly sprinting either. Just steady days on a track that works… even if it’s uneventful.
I’m not complaining. Quiet is often a mercy. But it does mean the updates end up being a list of small things that add up to something.
Pilgrim's Progress Journal: Chapter 18 - Mr. By-ends
March 09, 2026 at 12:15 PM
After loss and hardship, it becomes even more tempting to listen to voices that promise an easier religion, one that never costs much and always pays back.
Pilgrim's Progress Journal: Chapter 17 - Vanity Fair
March 09, 2026 at 11:15 AM
Some trials are private, fought in the heart. Others are public, where faith is pressed and watched by a world that does not understand it.
Pilgrim's Progress Journal: Chapter 16 - Talkative
March 09, 2026 at 10:15 AM
Not every danger on the pilgrim road looks frightening. Some dangers sound impressive, spiritual, and full of good words.