Texas is a unique place. Not just in geography, but in spirit. We’ve been under six different flags, and at one point, we were our own country. That says something about the independence and grit that’s woven into who we are.
There’s a reason phrases like “Don’t mess with Texas” and “Come and take it” were born here. This state was built by pioneers—people who ventured into harsh, unforgiving land and built something from nothing. That same spirit still shows up today, especially when disaster strikes.
I’ve watched Texans roll up their sleeves and serve strangers in the middle of chaos. After Hurricane Ike, folks who had tarps on their own roofs came to help others who had nothing. After Harvey, this very building turned overnight into a relief center. No electricity, no air conditioning—just people with hearts full of compassion and hands ready to work.
But the spirit of Texas isn’t just about toughness. It’s about faith. You’ll still find elected officials here who pray in the name of Jesus. You’ll still find people who believe that the Bible is true, that Jesus is the only way, and that it’s okay to say it out loud.
Resilience runs deep in this state. When the floodwaters rise, when the storm passes through, when the loss feels overwhelming—there’s something in us that says, “We’re coming back.” Not in our own strength, but because our help comes from the Lord, the Maker of heaven and earth.
Texas may be bold and brash, but it's also full of people who know where their hope comes from. And that’s something worth celebrating.
