I always struggle with the question…am I doing what God wants or I am sticking with what is comfortable? Because what I have come to realize is that sometimes the only thing stopping you from doing what God desires to do in your life is a leap of faith. A commitment to trust God. A stepping out of the boat moment …

I have come to realize, though, sometimes I make it more complicated than I need to. It is not about being perfect, it is about being consistent. My girls don’t need me to be a perfect dad, they just need me to point them to a perfect God. I am going to fall short more times than I would like, but I’m learning that’s okay…as long as I get up, make things right, and keep looking to God …

It was in those moments of fear that he realized his need to run to the shadow of God’s wings, because there he would find refuge …

I know that you have heard the catchy little phrase, “Sticks and stones may break my bones, but words will never hurt me.” I wish that were true. Honestly, it should be more like, “Sticks and stones may break my bones, but words can do a whole lot more damage.” …

Did your 2020 not go as planned? I’m going to take a wild guess and say that it didn’t. You faced some type of crisis, disappointment, or pain. Maybe even all three. This year was a rough one for many people. I know for me, some of my deepest valleys came during this year. Some of my deepest pain. Hurt that I don’t want to focus on or be reminded of. You may feel the same way; ready to close the chapter of this year (maybe even burn the pages) and never look back …

I placed a big portion of my identity in pastoring a church and what I viewed as success within that role. When I stepped down from pastoring, the transition was extremely difficult. Who was I now? What was my purpose? …

God wants to speak directly to you. He wants you to take His Words and allow them to transform your mind. He wants to reveal more of Himself and His attributes to you. God wants to open your eyes to what truly matters and what life is really about …