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Parenting And The Vineyard

Three years ago, my wife and I moved into a new home with our four kids—and the real showstopper was the backyard. It was a dream: sprawling, peaceful, and draped with arbors covered in lush grapevines. The first year, the vines were generous, bursting with grapes. But that had little to do with me—they hadContinue reading “Parenting And The Vineyard”

Be A Father Not A Friend

My wife and I homeschool our children. There are many reasons behind that decision, but that’s not the focus of this post. The other day, I walked into the house after work and found our kids gathered around the table working on presentation projects. My 12-year-old daughter came up to me, excited to show offContinue reading “Be A Father Not A Friend”

MAN UP!

What has happened to the men in this world? Nearly every day, I hear stories of men abandoning their families, treating their wives and children with disdain and disrespect. I’ve witnessed mothers and wives weep as the men they once trusted choose selfish desires over the commitment to love and care for the woman theyContinue reading “MAN UP!”

Sons Need Their Father

This blog is dedicated to my father who has been an amazing source of love and strength and has provided me a strong foundation in which to build my own character. He loved me at my lowest times and never gave up on me. He spoke truth and life into me even when I didn’tContinue reading “Sons Need Their Father”

It’s Never Too Early, But It Might Be Too Late

I was downstairs watching TV when my watch started buzzing. I looked down and saw that I was getting a phone call. My phone was upstairs charging, so I rushed up the stairs just in time to answer the phone. It was my sister. She told me that my father was in the ER andContinue reading “It’s Never Too Early, But It Might Be Too Late”

What Matters Most

Ring, ring…”Hello?” “Hey, Hon. I was just calling to let you know I won’t be home for dinner tonight.” “Again? John, this is the third time this week. The kids miss you, I miss you, and I miss our family dinners.” “I know you do, but look, Cheryl, I have a deadline on all thisContinue reading “What Matters Most”