"Blessed and Alive – September 2, 2025" by Trey Knowles is an allegorical comedy about a wealthy, corrupt ruler whose life was spared by God. Instead of showing mercy in return, the ruler took the lives of others. Through this parable, Trey Knowles explains his own fear of fishing, saying the devil does not spare lives but blows people out of the water." On September 15, 2025, the wicked ruler does another missile strike. Key Themes in the Routine Gratitude vs. Wickedness Trey contrasts those who give glory to God for being spared with those who, despite being spared, show no mercy to others. Parable of the King The king survives a sniper's bullet but vows to destroy others instead of sparing them. Trey uses this as a metaphor for leaders or powerful people who survive crises yet continue exploiting others. Personal Twist After the heavy parable, Trey lightens the mood by joking about being afraid to go fishing with his friends—saying the devil doesn't “spare lives” but “blows people out of the water.” This exaggeration ties back to the theme of life, death, and divine protection.