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😮 Honoring our leaders… Let’s be real—dishonor is everywhere, even in Christian circles. Whether it’s the “Let’s Go Brandon” chant or making fun of the assassination attempt of President Donald Trump, it’s clear that disrespect toward government leaders has become normal. Some might say, “Come on, it’s just a joke!” And I’ll be honest—I’ve laughed at some of this stuff before too. But let’s take a step back and really think about it. What Does Dishonor Actually Mean? The Oxford Dictionary defines dishonor […]

😮 Honoring our leaders… What is honor? When we hear the word honor, a lot of things might come to mind. Maybe we think about honoring the military, giving honor to someone receiving an award, or showing respect to a well-known leader. But what about the people God has placed over us in our daily lives? How do we honor them, even when we don’t always agree with them? What does that actually look like in real life? In the Bible, the Hebrew word for honor is Kavod, which means glory or to hold […]

😮 I was shocked when I found out…. Folks, we’re living in some crazy times. With technology and social media, we have instant access to news, politics, and entertainment like never before. In some ways, that’s been a blessing, but in other ways, it’s tearing us apart. One thing that’s become way too normal in this digital age is dishonoring government leaders. But what does that actually mean? Is it just about not saying anything bad about them? Or is there something deeper? Does honoring a leader mean we have to agree with them or even vote for them? And what if […]

🤔 Is God really my first priority? This is a question I have to ask myself honestly in every season as I seek to obey the Lord. Following Christ requires continual surrender. Maybe it’s a job, a relationship, a mindset, or even an old wound. Whatever it is, He calls us to release it fully to Him so that He can transform us. Let me tell you a story of how my wife and I gave everything away. God told us to give everything away… My wife, Anna, and I […]

😠 I was unwilling… Ever had your boss assign you a task you absolutely hated? You’re already irritated, but you do it anyway—because, well, it’s your job. The whole time, you’re grumbling, dragging your feet, and when a coworker asks you something, you snap at them. Now they’re wondering, What’s his problem? You finally finish the task, but it took longer than it should have, and you feel drained. Sound familiar? I get it. This is what happens when we obey, but are not willing. Sure, the job gets […]

🤝 I chose to earn my wife’s trust.. Trust isn’t something you just hand out—it has to be earned. I’ve always told people, if someone says, “Just trust me,” that doesn’t mean you should. Real trust is built over time. It’s proven through character, consistency, and experience. But what if you are dealing with broken trust? What do you do then? Before my wife and I got married, I had to earn her trust. See, I didn’t come from a background that made that easy. Before Christ, I […]

😖 I don’t have enough time… Does the vision God has for you feel impossible? You work eight hours a day, come home exhausted, and still have more responsibilities waiting for you. As time passes, that dream of starting a business or ministry seems further and further out of reach. It seems impossible to get focused. I understand that feeling, but let me offer a new perspective. At one time, I worked as a painter and finished carpenter. I enjoyed the work, though my boss was difficult. But […]

😠 I had the evil spirit of pride…. Pride is one of the biggest things that can trip us up in our walk with God. A lot of times, it stays hidden until the right moment exposes it. If you get defensive when corrected or feel like you always have to prove yourself, pride might be at work. James 4:6 ESV  says, “God opposes the proud but gives grace to the humble.” The truth is, holding onto pride doesn’t protect us—it only holds us back. I learned that the hard way. For me, pride […]

😔 Breaking the Cycle of Abuse… When is divorce okay? We may be asking ourselves this, especially if we are in an abusive marriage. When we talk about abuse, the focus is usually on the victim—and for good reason. They have suffered deeply and should have never been put in that situation. But questions that rarely get asked are: Who is the abuser? What led them to this point? Were they once victims themselves? Understanding this doesn’t excuse their actions, but it does help us see the bigger picture […]

😠 I was selfish… Let’s be honest guys. Marriage is hard. In fact it’s one of the hardest commitments two human beings can make with one another. Some of us may be asking “How do I fix a failing marriage or relationship?” We may feel exhausted and losing hope of what to do. A healthy marriage or relationship is a selfless commitment. Two people coming together despite all of their mistakes and flaws and committing to a lifetime of growth? Now that is true sacrificial love.  I don’t say these things as if I […]