Despite these trials, Paul says that he “felt that something beyond luck—or perhaps divine intervention—was guiding him, especially when he met his future wife, Kerry, in college.” Their Miami life was filled with abundant living until the sobering loss of Tom forced him to reconsider what truly mattered. Yet, despite accepting faith, Paul wasn’t fully committed, still holding onto a flawed "Superman" mindset: “I thought I was in control,” he would later admit.
Paul learned humility when Kerry faced serious health battles, including brain and oral cancer, turning their world upside down. These trials strengthened their faith and unity. He realized, "God was teaching me the importance of being ‘all in’.”
As life progressed, Paul recognized the value of serving others, whether through church committees or community outreach, aligning with the biblical teaching, "use it to serve one another," from 1 Peter 4:10. Through life's unpredictability, Paul learned that real fulfillment lay in relinquishing control, using his gifts for the greater good, and adhering to God’s plan as described in Jeremiah 29:11: "For I know the plans I have for you," he often quoted, acknowledging the divine purpose that guided his journey.
