Whether to Get Involved

A few days ago my friend informed me his wife caught him wayyy too drunk over the weekend. In his own words they had an intervention. He cried; he asked for help; she poured beer down the sink. . . The whole nine yards. I felt relieved that I could finally talk to him about …

The Principle of the Path: a Prison or Freedom

Hey hey! I’m really happy you’re here; if this is your first time just know you’re welcome. Most of what I talk about ends up linking to faith (whether I mean for it to or not), but if you’re not on the same wavelength there’s still a chair for you. No one expects you to …

Your Objections to Christianity Don’t Have to Keep You From Jesus

I’m back! Last weekend was consumed by my water heater, which I ultimately gave up on and replaced, so I couldn’t find time to post. I’d like to add to the Why Follow Jesus series today (first post Here). I realize I live in a post-Christian time; most have “been there, heard that, done that.” …

Make Them Feel Good Enough

For us guys the question “am I good enough” tends to revolve around our actions. Our perception of our actions is integral to our self image. I can’t speak from a woman’s perspective, but I imagine everything in this post would be just as helpful for the men to practice as well. If what we …

Why I Follow Jesus

This is a series meant to share (not necessarily in an order) the reasons I follow. I'm not a gifted theologian or apologist, just a me, and you're a me too. Following Jesus has made my life better (not easier) and made me better at life. I figured since we're each a me it would …

Goodbye 2019, Hello Now

2019 entailed one of the darkest, saddest times of my life. 2019 also gave me some of my favorite memories out of 33 years. As I look back I see lots of highs and lows, accomplishments, gifts, lessons, growth, losses, along with literal bumps and bruises. Looking ahead I would say 2020 is likely to …

This Christmas Season

In case I don’t see you before the 25th, Merry Christmas! I intend to watch a lot of t.v. (Poor choice I know), enjoy the days off, spend some time contemplating all my reasons to be thankful, and getting in extra BJJ training time. For those who don’t enjoy this time of year: I hope …

Quick Tip for Couples: Hold The Door

Holding the metaphorical door, or saying “you first”, might be the most powerful thing we can do for each other. This only really works if both people do it. I’ve heard it said, and believe myself, that the best relationships are essentially two people trying to hold the door for the other. Imagine the powerful …

I Can’t Believe We Didn’t Fight

Sometimes refusing to fight/telling yourself no can leave you speechless, in the best way. I’m blown away right now at how far God has brought me in and through my relationship with the girlfriend. I understand not everyone believes there’s a God, and even some of the ones who do, don’t believe He’s as involved …

The Comfort Zone Is Killing Us

I’d like to talk with you today about something I’ve been reminded of in hopes that you’ll save some time and grief by learning from my story. A couple weeks ago I finally got around to competing in my first Jiu-Jitsu tournament after a year and a half or so of prodding from my coach …