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,…
My dearest Carrie, We’ve learned over time that life is truly made in the moments. Over the next few weeks there are quite a few moments we’ll celebrate together. September 25: My birthday, last year in my thirties, *gulp*. October 7: Celebrating 10 years as the…
“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…
I can stay up late. Reeeaaaaal late. Being a night owl and dreamer, my brain takes forever to shut down. My wife Carrie on the other hand, she’s ready to slide into bed at 8pm (read 7:15, but you didn’t hear it from me). The…
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…
*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…
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…
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…
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…
“People killin’, people dyin’ Children hurt and you hear them cryin’ Can you practice what you preach? Or would you turn the other cheek? Father, Father, Father help us Send some guidance from above ‘Cause people got me, got me questionin’ Where is the love?”…