Jan 23 2012
Ever get into a funky place where you seem restless, irritable, and discontent? Well, I do. Sometimes for long stretches, I am sad to say. And I have found that when I get into one of these grouchy seasons, there is one question that lurks at the heart of the murkiness. It is a terrible [...]
Nov 16 2011
Sorry about the “S-word” in that video, but he just nailed this issue, so I’m sharing it. This will be short and sweet… I am “on” my iPhone too much. Facebooking mostly. But also texting, taking silly pictures, and just looking for stuff. This needs to change. I am missing out on life. I am [...]
Sep 19 2011
I have always loved this classic song by the Byrds, inspired by Ecclesiastes 3:1-8. Lately, I have been thinking a lot about stress, demands, busyness, self-discipline, entertainment, enjoyment of life and family and work and play, and the intersection of these things. (Yes, there are always lots of wheels turning inside my noggin. It’s like [...]
May 03 2011
Time to get back into blog rhythm… I’m not even sure where I’m going to go with this post, but I have to write about the experience. My family and I are currently making plans for another Disney World trip. Right now, the primary decisions to made involve rooms – which resort and what type [...]
Feb 22 2011
Let’s start with two fundamental concepts on which I am building this blog post (and the interview I did on WAFB)… 1. Helping kids develop athletic skill and excellence is a good thing, and I believe it is generally a far better gift to them than just buying them more video games, toys, or other [...]
Jan 22 2011
Picking right up where we left off… On Sunday morning Chemaine wasn’t feeling well, so Shep and I headed off to church in my truck. Father-son time with our church family. Worshiping God, studying His Word, building relationships, good coffee, fun play – should be great! In the midst of singing and talking with Shep [...]
Jan 20 2011
(Thanks to my good friend and pastor, Hans Googer, for inspiring me to get back on my blogging horse and ride!) So, basically I have decided I will just hope someday Shep will either understand the value of me using stories about his life on my blog or find it in his heart to forgive [...]
Oct 05 2010
(Thanks to WAFB Channel 9 for inviting me to share this message with their viewers!) Click here to watch WAFB bullying interview with Dr. Butner Q. Is bullying becoming a worse problem in our society today? If so, why? A. YES! It is clearly becoming a growing epidemic among us. I believe the most significant [...]
Sep 02 2010
Men, are you looking to be a better husband? Improve your marriage? Improve your wife’s view of you? Here is a practical tip with huge spiritually transformational power. Print out the following scriptures on a sheet of paper, laminate it, and put it somewhere you will see every day. Pick it up daily, pray for [...]
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