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  • I Will (Character of God, Part 2) – Exodus 34:7

    I Will (Character of God, Part 2) – Exodus 34:7

    “I will”. I say that statement often. I like to be the one that’s dependable, the one that will get things done, and the one people can count on. This is especially true when it comes to my family… Read more

  • The Character of God (Part 1) – Exodus 34:6

    The Character of God (Part 1) – Exodus 34:6

    My daughter, Elsie, recently asked my wife, “why is dad so sweet to you all the time?”. It honestly felt really great to know that my daughter notices the relationship between Haley and I. But then she brought up… Read more

  • How He Loves – 1 John 4:19

    How He Loves – 1 John 4:19

    Some of my favorite conversations with my 4 year old daughter, Elsie, happen in the car. Not too long ago we were leaving an event together and Elsie tripped on the way to our van… Read more

  • Stumbling Toward Eternity by Josh White – Book Review

    Stumbling Toward Eternity by Josh White – Book Review

    Josh White knocked it out of the park with his first book. A few years ago, I discovered White’s music from a Spotify playlist and checked out a handful of his sermons from his church, Door of Hope, located in Portland… Read more

  • Continue Steadfastly – Colossians 4:2

    Continue Steadfastly – Colossians 4:2

    What is something you do over and over? Better yet, something you do continually and never grow tired of? For me, it’s coffee. And it’s not just the drink itself, but it’s the process… Read more

  • Get Worked Up – John 4:34

    Get Worked Up – John 4:34

    Have you ever had an incredible meal set before you, a meal you had been waiting for, but you had filled up on too much food beforehand to actually enjoy it? What if this is how we arrive at work at the beginning of the week?… Read more