I don’t write on here as often as I used to. But, I’d like to share with you what I’ve been processing over the last year as a believer, husband, father, and pastor. Not about the specifics of the major events that we’ve all witnessed, but the emotional process we go through as people. I’ve …
“Kinley?! Kinley Jane where are you!?” “Baby! Kinley come here where are you?!” 8Â seconds. It happened so fast. Turned to look at something on the shelf. As a parent there is no greater fear. That moment your child vanishes from your care like an unexpected David Blaine trick. I wasn’t laughing. There was no applauding. …
You’re trying to get that bundle of joy to sleep through the night. You’re on month 16 with zero ground gained. You’re exhausted and crack from sleep deprivation. Your boss called after hours. Again. That project you thought was due in 3 weeks was due today. You lose a months pay and possibly your job. Married life isn’t what you …
*knock knock* From the other side of the bathroom door “Who is it?” “It’s me Chloe. What are you doing?” *silence* “Chloe, what’s going on in there? You’re making all kinds of noise.” “I’m busy! It’s complicated…” *dumbfounded dad moment* “What’s complicated? Do you need help?” *opens door* “I just don’t know which pose looks …
Over the last four weeks at Forefront we’ve journeyed through our series Mirror/Mirror. It’s been an open conversation about anxiety, depression and mental illness. We’re thankful for your questions that you sent in and your transparency. Thank you for being a church that embraces tough conversations and isn’t afraid to get real about what’s happening …
Loved reading this recent article on Relevant Magazine’s site about the shift in late night entertainment. The cynical nature of the old regime is being left behind for a lovable, gentle and more heart-felt approach. It’s honest. It’s real. It’s what we’ve been wanting for years. Let’s face it, being cynical and self-righteous is tiresome. …
On Sunday I shared a story from our trip to Carowinds in NC/SC. It was a great time for our family, but it almost didn’t end the way we hoped. You see… we lost Roxy. Before you freak out, let me elaborate. Towards the end of our day we were walking through the park and …
You may have seen this video where two ladies handled a dispute like total adults (or school-age children). It makes my heart hurt just watching it. Especially when I see the 6-year-old being coaxed by his mother and others in the crowd to hit the other woman. The question that immediately comes to the forefront of …
I live in land where estrogen abounds. With a wife, two girls (soon to be 3), I’m outnumbered. In this beautiful place I reside, I’ve learned a valuable lesson: Use. The. Filter. “You want to play pretty princess kingdom with us?” “Um, no freaking way. I want to watch explosions and relax.” *filter kicks in* …
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As we wrapped up our series yesterday at Forefront, “Brick by Brick,” I wanted to share some side notes & extras. If you missed any of the series, you can head over here to watch/listen/share. Now to the wrap up & extras: Books that were mentioned during the series: Crazy Love, Scary Close, ReJesus, Crazy Busy, …
