Having kids has taught me way more about life than I ever wanted to know! There was a peaceful bliss to the pre-kid ignorance. I saw myself as a fairly responsible and competent person. Now, after 9 years of parenting, I realize I'm not quite as refined and put together as I thought! Admitting your … Continue reading Living Out Of Control
Finding Our Fit
I've spent the last couple months on hiatus from writing allowing the season to percolate in my heart and mind. Like the smell of a quality coffee brewing, God has brought a new aroma of perspective. It has helped to clarify who I am and where God is leading. If you want to indulge me … Continue reading Finding Our Fit
The Church Needs To Go
It's hard being a parent. My wife and I have three kids under the age of 10 and we are by no means professionals. We are learning as we go and we are trying our best to do it with wisdom and grace. I've learned that I have a default though and that is to … Continue reading The Church Needs To Go
I’m With This Guy
I have a friend from high school who I would go anywhere with. He's 6'3, 210 pounds and is a well trained Navy medic. He's the kinda guy you feel more confident around like you could take a few more risks or survive the worst situations. There's something about being with him that makes me stand … Continue reading I’m With This Guy
The Interrupting God
My 2-year-old Emma's favorite joke right now is; "Knock, Knock". I reply, "Who's there?". "Interrupting cow," she says. "Interrupting co..."Moooooo!" Before you can finish your statement you are interrupted. That's the joke. I've been wondering lately if this is God's favorite joke too. Up until recently, I was living out my version of a long-term plan. Then God said, "Moooooo-ve." … Continue reading The Interrupting God
Hearing God’s Voice Through All The Noise
Have you ever tried to have a conversation with someone during a really loud concert or party? The crowd noise, the band, the event all make it difficult to hear correctly. It seems like no matter how loud you shout there is just too much noise going on to communicate clearly and you eventually give … Continue reading Hearing God’s Voice Through All The Noise
Less Selfies, More Selfless
It was a big deal when the Pope visited America last year. People came out by the thousands just to see him, shake his hand, and get a selfie. As the Pope walked by the crowds almost everyone had their phone out and turned in order to get a selfie with the Pope in it. … Continue reading Less Selfies, More Selfless
Letting Go Of Stress And Embracing Jesus
My friend's stick shift car once broke down in the middle of the road. So, a couple of us jumped to help push it out of traffic. We positioned ourselves at the back and began to push but no matter how hard we pushed it felt like the car was barely moving. It took about … Continue reading Letting Go Of Stress And Embracing Jesus
The NEW Word Diet Is All The Rage
Every other advertisement I see promises me something; better health, happiness, more friends, more money. With each product comes the enticing and yet fickle promise. As good as that weight-loss and diet program is it won't keep me fit and alive forever. As satisfying as that product might be it will never completely satisfy me. And, … Continue reading The NEW Word Diet Is All The Rage
Blot Out The Sun
The sun can be pretty bright. But all it takes is one hand raised between you and the sun to blot out its brilliance. By covering our eyes we can block the sun's light. With one outstretched hand, we can also block the light of God's Son. God's light continues to shine but we don't always … Continue reading Blot Out The Sun
