The Spark of Resilience – Introduction

The Many Faces of Resilience

Over the next few weeks, I’ll be sharing a few stories – real faces of resilience. Each post opens with a short reflection or question, followed by a story. Then it closes with a gentle takeaway or invitation. Nothing fancy. Just honest moments and quiet strength.

We are hard pressed on every side, but not crushed; perplexed, but not in despair—2 Corinthians 4:8

Resilience isn’t just about bouncing back. It’s about the process. The enduring, adapting, and sometimes simply continuing.

When my friend Richard Kelley shared his poem Undefeated, it stirred something in me. It got me thinking about the quiet warriors I’ve known. Maybe you’ve known a few, too. The ones who’ve faced unimaginable loss and still found a way to live, love, and lead.

This series is for them. For the ones who rise, not with accolades, but with quiet courage and a faith that moves mountains.

I asked Richard if I could share his poem with you, and he graciously said yes. It’s a piece that speaks to the heart of this series—what it means to keep going, even when life tries to knock you down.

Here is his poem:

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