Welcome to Elders at the City Gates
This website is a quiet place for reflection, guidance, and truth-seeking in a noisy and fast-changing world. Here, we draw from timeless sources—biblical wisdom, Stoic philosophy, psychology, and the lessons of history—to help navigate the challenges of modern life with clarity, discernment, and peace.
Much like the ancient elders who sat at the city gates offering counsel, we seek to pass on insight that helps others live wisely. Whether you’re wrestling with questions of faith, struggling with the pace of technology, or searching for meaning in an age of distraction, this site offers practical tools and thoughtful reflections to help you grow.
Topics range from Christian meditations and moral reasoning to artificial intelligence, cultural transitions, and the pursuit of virtue. Articles are written with care—often blending biblical understanding with real-world experience—intended not to preach, but to invite conversation, personal growth, and spiritual grounding.
Pull up a chair at the gate. You’re welcome here.
Our Purpose and Hope
At its heart, this website is a project dedicated to capturing and sharing wisdom—real wisdom that helps real people. Each blog post is crafted to be thoughtful, practical, and easy to read. I strive to write in a way that feels like a personal conversation, not a lecture. These articles are for everyone—whether you’re deep in study or just curious about living with more clarity and purpose.
That said, sometimes we dig a little deeper. The “Rabbit Hole” series explores more technical or formal ideas—things like the impact of artificial intelligence, philosophical frameworks, or theological deep dives. It’s where I let my background in technical writing shine, even if it means things become a little more detailed than usual. If you enjoy rolling up your sleeves and thinking through complex topics, you’ll feel right at home there.
My main areas of focus are wisdom, the Bible, and the rapidly growing influence of artificial intelligence. That might sound like an unusual mix, but they actually have much to communicate with each other. I believe that ancient truths continue to illuminate the path forward—even in the age of algorithms and automation.
And yes, I receive a lot of help from ChatGPT. It’s like having a research assistant, editor, and brainstorming partner all rolled into one. Writing still takes time and effort, but I’m proud of what’s coming together. When even my family says, “Hey, this is actually really good,” I know I’m on the right track.
May God bless these efforts—not just mine, but yours too—as we strive to recover and embrace the kind of wisdom that has stood the test of time. It’s needed now more than ever.
AI Assistance Statement: This article was drafted with assistance from ChatGPT and edited by First Elder. Grammarly was used to enhance grammar, readability, and style.