A couple weeks ago, my wife and I took a short trip down to Boston to visit the Franklin Park Zoo. We thought it would be packed with school field trips, but there were not many people there at all. This helped to make it even more relaxing. Unfortunately, though, we did not get to … Continue reading A Day at the Franklin Park Zoo
How Your Church Can Build Marriages that Last
Earlier this year, you might have read some of my posts about a new Married People ministry that Orange is starting. Along with that, they have a book. Well, that book is now available in digital format! It is the next book on my list to read, and you can get it today, plus some … Continue reading How Your Church Can Build Marriages that Last
Book Writing Update (May 17, 2014)
We have had several people asking recently about our book we mentioned we want to write a couple months ago. Well, here is the update... We're still wanting to do it, and we still feel we are called to do it, but we don't really know where to start. We've been hearing differing opinions about … Continue reading Book Writing Update (May 17, 2014)
Closer: 52 Devotions to Draw Couples Together – Book Review
My wife and I just finished a year with the book, Closer: 52 Devotions to Draw Couples Together, by Jim and Cathy Burns. Here are a few quick thoughts about our experience.
Sermon – Marriage Thoughts from 1 Peter 3:1-7
Back in October 2013, I was asked to preach at RCC about marriage from 1 Peter 3:1-7. Here are a few reflections and the audio recording of that message.
Called to Write a Book
Today, my wife and I are celebrating our fifth anniversary. And we wanted to share with everyone that we feel God is calling us to write a book, and we want to ask for your prayers as God makes this happen.
Marriage Reflections
This past weekend, I had the privilege of going to Chicago to be in a wedding for one of my best friends. Mark and I have been friends since our freshman year of college. We have been in small groups together, we have been roommates, and we have done ministry alongside one another. In fact, … Continue reading Marriage Reflections
Happy 30th Anniversary Mom & Dad!
My parents are currently out celebrating their 30th wedding anniversary on a cruise in the Bahamas. While I wish I was there with them, since I've never been on a cruise, I also cannot think of a better way for them to celebrate. They are together, in an area many refer to as "paradise," and … Continue reading Happy 30th Anniversary Mom & Dad!
Two Becoming One
Last year, I made a list of 14 reasons why I love my wife. I don't plan on doing that again, because those reasons still hold true. However, I want to take a different approach. Today, I want to talk about how important it is for me to be married, specifically in connection with ministry. … Continue reading Two Becoming One
14 Reasons Why I Love My Wife
I have to be honest. If you know Yvette, there is no reason for you to keep on reading. By knowing her, you know exactly why I love her, because you probably do too. For those who do not know her that well, let me take a moment to capture a bit of why I … Continue reading 14 Reasons Why I Love My Wife