Equipping Parents for The Journey
Lately, I’ve been angry. Though I can’t stand admitting so, it’s the truth, and what good is a blog without truth? Yes, my anger is what I would classify “righteous anger,” but it is certainly not right. Even righteous anger can be handled the wrong way. Whether our children are fully aware of our...
The Olympics are in full swing, and Rio is taking our family, and possibly many of yours, by storm. Last night, we watched my friend’s niece on the uneven bars help take Gold, and “The Final Five” —as this group of girls has coined themselves—showed us all what it looks like to celebrate and win...
My dear, sweet children, you are truly the zest of life! You add more excitement to the days than I could ever anticipate, and you make certain the tips of these parenting toes are in top shape. The dishes would have been done hours ago, but attending to bug spray in the eye kind of came first. Same...
Words. Our world revolves around these little things that have lasting power and consequences. Death and life are in the power of the tongue, and those who love it will eat its fruits. Proverbs 18:21, NASB As children, we were taught to think before we speak. As adults, it seems we need to call...
I do not go incredibly deep with many people, and I shy away from sharing too much of my soul. I suppose you could call me an extroverted introvert, or selective based on the situation. Like everyone, I desire to know and be known, but questions like “How did you potty train?”, “Who does you...
On Sunday mornings, families are often separated at church, attending classes geared for their various ages and stages of life. But on Stonebriar Family Experience nights, the entire family—from nursing babies to those in the nursing home—come together to worship. Family Experience events typically include a time of worship, a lesson from a pastor, and a fun project...
How can we thank God enough for you in return for all the joy we have in the presence of our God because of you? 1 Thessalonians 3:9, NIV This spring, I celebrated my last good year. Less than one year to go until I will officially be old. This is a big one—a...
One purple balloon slipped away from little fingers and floated to the sky. One little heart broke as the tears poured from the boy’s eyes. In an instant, the carefree morning became unbearable as it seemed a child’s entire world had imploded. All because of one purple balloon. What do we do when our children experience...
“I can’t imagine.” Whenever tragedy strikes, these words are often tossed about. Yet, these words don’t carry much truth when you truly stop and think on them. You see, when tragedy strikes, we can indeed imagine, and that is often what makes circumstances all the more real to us and the presence of God all the more...
I’ve been thinking lately about what’s required to be truly amazing. There is a lot of confusion about this. For example, someone who jumps from a tall rock into a lake is not as amazing as a guy who parachutes out of a plane. How can we effectively rate these men in a way that makes...
I don’t often recommend a volume without reservation, but I think every man should read “Temptations Men Face” by Tom Eisenman. I’m not saying I agree with everything in it, or that you will, but it’s one of those works that deserves being read . . . especially by men. I appreciate Tom’s candor...
This year, I will be volunteering (and attending) my first ever Vacation Bible School. Yes, you heard that right—my first ever. At nearly 34 years old, I get to experience what is a seemingly normal part of summer for thousands of children. I am eager to see hundreds of faces soaking in who Jesus is—many...
