Christian Intentional Retirement

One Christian man's journey toward a simpler, slower, more purposeful life

I'm Paul Williams — a 57-year-old married man standing at the doorstep of retirement and asking the questions most men never get around to: What does God call us to in this season? How do we simplify without losing meaning? What does purpose look like when the paycheck stops? Come with me as I figure it out.

The Rich Fool's Retirement Plan

Jesus told a parable about a man who built bigger barns and called it wisdom. I recognized my own retirement account in it more than I wanted to.

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What My Social Security Check Can't Give Me

The first Social Security statement felt like relief and something close to grief at the same time. Here's what that check can't actually provide, no matter the amount.

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