Transitions
Transition. It seems to be the theme that threads it’s way throughout my life. For those of you who know me, you know it to be true. I am going through yet another transition – that from vocational ministry to full time ‘secular’ work. There have been periods where I was serving vocationally in a [...]
Midnight Madness
I was just sitting at my computer catching up on Facebook and Tweets when I saw that there is going to be a 5k Run in 4 weeks here in Macon, Midnight Madness. Patrick: I wonder if I can do that? Jennifer: I don’t see why not? Patrick: But it’s in 4 weeks…a 5k in [...]
Emma’s Choir
Emma is a natural when it comes to singing and performing. She loves to be on stage and does a fantastic job. We were able to enjoy her in singing in her school choir. As always Emma performed brilliantly and is learning to control herself.
The XP of Toilets
On the way to meet with the church this morning Makayla overheard me talking to our setup people. After I hung up she said: Kayla: Daddy, what do you do for the church? You sound pretty important… Dad: I do a little of this and a little of that. I try to do whatever needs [...]
In Case This is Goodbye
I know, I know. I haven’t blogged consistently in a very long time. To tell you I have been crazy busy with life would be a laughable understatement. But…I wanted to share this.
Merciful Contentment
And God is able to make all grace abound to you, so that having all sufficiency in all things at all times, you may abound in every good work. ~ 2 Cor. 9:8 Jennifer and I are working through some pretty difficult issues with a couple of our sons. We are at a crossroads of sorts [...]
The Experiment
First I want to say Thank You all for praying for Noah and our family. We have had an incredible 2+ year ride with our son and it appears to continue. As most of you know we had an appointment last night with a psychiatric doctor.
The Open Road
I was told last night to not purchase any gifts for Christmas if they were given in love. I was told that love is not needed and if gifts are a reflection of love that I could keep them. I was also told that all of ‘my’ family could also save their gifts if they [...]
Snackage
I picked up the boys from wrestling yesterday at 5pm. Noah: Dad, did you bring us any snacks? Dad: Sorry bud, I didn’t even think about it. Noah: What kind of Father are you? Dad: Uh, well, I guess I just suck. <a minute passes and I hear crunching from the back seat> Dad: Are [...]
Adoption: A Community Not Worth Joining
I have a hobby. I like to play online video games. A game that I play has been around for a couple of years and interest in the game has waned. So the developers came up with a new strategy. They would make it free to play instead of $15 a month. If you wanted [...]
I’m Slowly Losing My Mind
Dad – What are you thinking? Son – I’m not thinking anything. Dad – You were in the middle of saying something, so what was it? Son – I don’t know what you are talking about… Dad – You do know what I’m talking about and now you are lying about it. Son – I’m [...]
A Humble Son
Jennifer and I were sitting outside tonight getting caught up on the day when Caleb came walking out. “Hey Dad, why do you have a picture of the Eagles running back on your blog?” Crap. I wasn’t ready to talk to him yet. I wanted to spend some time thinking through how to guide him [...]
The Power of the Pigskin
(An open letter to my son.) 1 John 5:18-21 19 We know that we are from God, and the whole world lies in the power of the evil one. 20 And we know that the Son of God has come and has given us understanding, so that we may know him who is true; and we are [...]
President Obama’s Impact on My Children
I was eager to hear about President Obama’s impact on my kids today, so as soon as they jumped into the truck I began firing questions. Nah, just kiddin. I had actually forgotten he was talking to them today…oops. Kayla: Dad, someone fell asleep during the President’s speech today during lunch…It was kinda funny. Dad: [...]
President Obama Speaks to School Kids
My sons came home last week and handed me a piece of paper. It was informing me that the students in their middle school would be watching President Obama’s speech to kids in the classroom and they needed our permission to watch it. What?? Why in the world did they need my permission to watch [...]
Nice Bike
Tonight we had my parents come down and enjoy a First Friday with us. They loved it and stayed with us the entire time. At one point in the evening some bikers road up and were sitting between the cafe and The Rookery. My Dad is a big Harley guy, so he wandered over and [...]
Secret Cabinets and Zippers
At last nights family Bible time we were going around the room answering questions regarding some of the things that we had been studying. We eventually came around to Caleb. Dad: How did God make the first people? Caleb: C’mon Dad, easy one. God made Adam’s body out of the ground and Eve’s body out [...]
Don’t Cross Me
Do you ever get tired of picking up after your children? Yeah, me too. Today I came home to find my 10, 9, 5 and 4 year old’s stuff dropped in the middle of the living room. Book bags, blankets, stuffed animals, lunch box, socks, shoes, half eaten snacks, etc. I am also tired of [...]
What Happened to Thomas? Abby?
I realize that the video about Thomas stirred up a lot of emotion – I cried myself when I watched it. When we lost Abby one of the greatest questions that I needed answered was, “Where did she go? Will I see her again? Will she be with Jesus?” I went through the roller coaster [...]
Adoption, Jesus, and You
The Baptist Press just fired off several articles on the topic of adoption today. I was particularly encouraged to read about the SBC’s stance on adoption and foster care. I’m looking forward to reading more by Moore! Adoption and the Gospel go Hand in Hand Moore’s Book Excerpt Adopting Special Needs
