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 Lead Pastor of Forefront Church. October 15: 16 year anniversary …
“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. …
*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 …
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 …
“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?” – Black Eyed Peas Never in my 35+ years of …
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 …
Two situations have happened over the last three weeks. I want to bring them to your attention and why it’s important. Hang with me… Situation #1: Someone came to our church two Sundays ago for the first time. From the email they sent me, they had obviously been around church culture for awhile and considered themselves …
While at Kid’s Cove yesterday evening, I witnessed controlled chaos. Kids screaming. Parents searching, while screaming. Laughter abounding. Ring around the rosie. Imaginary ninja battles (I may or may not have started this). Parents chatting it up while joyful kids let loose. It was a sight to be seen. One child though, happened to catch …
“ARGHHH,” I exclaimed as I scoured the house in a panic, almost out of breath. “What’s wrong daddy?” My oldest was distraught. She could see the frustration in my face as I flung open cabinets, turned over piles of papers. “Are you missing something? Can I help?” Chloe was genuinely concerned. I snapped back, “Have …
It was several years ago that I first met Richie. He didn’t even know me and hugged me. It was weird and I wasn’t sure about him or the embrace. Didn’t take long to realize he was the real deal. I don’t have eloquent words to really do justice to my friend’s life. He …
