Jumala The Sky God

Jumala

The Sky God

Jumala—Finnish for “god,” the Finno-Ugric sky deity of thunder and lightning—names this blog exploring, from the edge of empire’s twilight, the intersection of authentic Christian faith, America’s democratic decline, and humanity’s struggle with its own contradictions.

A vibrant rainbow over a coastal landscape, symbolizing hope, beauty, and the possibility of joy after storms.
Joy is Preferable

Love requires joy. After decades mired in gloom—from failed entrepreneurial ventures to society’s unraveling—a father learns that rewiring his brain isn’t enough. His daughter’s persistence teaches him that joy requires moment-by-moment consciousness: a gift of gratitude and healing.

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