Breakups are like emotional earthquakes, shaking the very foundation of our lives. It's a rollercoaster ride through a terrain of heartache, confusion, anger, and self-discovery. But, don't despair! Behind every tear, there's an opportunity for growth. After every broken heart, you can discover a more substantial, wiser, and more fabulous you in Christ.

Breakups can be one of life's most challenging and emotionally taxing experiences. Whether it's an amicable parting or a painful separation, the aftermath can leave you feeling lost and hurt. However, it's crucial to remember that healing and growth are possible. In this blog post, we'll explore what to do after someone breaks up with you and how to navigate this difficult period in your life. So, grab a tissue and a willing spirit because we're about to embark on a journey of self-discovery and healing that's anything but ordinary. As the Apostle Paul says in 2 Corinthians 4:17-18, "This too shall pass."

Hell has an assignment against your life (and against my life). Heaven also has an appointment for your life.

Here is what you must recognize: the enemy will only ask you to do what is OPPOSITE of what the Lord is asking you to do.

Let me put it this way, way too many Christians are satisfied with having God in their Instagram bio but having the Devil in their bed. Far too many Christians are living out the Devil's assignment on their life while ignoring God's assignment.

Could this be you, too?

I wanted a Tesla. Sara wanted a reliable SUV that could tow a small camper.

Our primary need was a car for Sara to drive 5 miles a day.

We bought a Subaru Outback. Sara won. HA!

I will admit Sara was right, and I am just a kid wanting a new fun toy.

Here are three healthy responses to pressure we learned while buying a car that may help you make better decisions when you are under immense pressure (no matter the cause.

The last three years make me want to not "wish" for anything in 2023.

Are you like me, at least to a small extent, and are so wishing for 2023 to be the year that life goes well? If that is you, I wrote this blog with you in mind. These are the words I wish someone would have told me in April of 2022. 

If you don’t like what you are getting, change what you are giving.

This blog aims to help us talk about grief and to help you support others who are grieving.

Helping your friend or family member grieve is hard, if not near impossible. The following thoughts are not meant to be a complaint or to scold anyone who may have shared similar "words of wisdom or care," but to share what I've learned as the one receiving the ideas intended to comfort me.

I always thought I was great at communication. Heck, I love to talk. I love sharing my feelings with Sara, especially when she engages with me. Communication is often my strong suit. However, for Sara, in our marriage, communication was a critical weakness I needed to focus on. During our second therapy session in March of 2022, Sara said it, and it hit me like an atomic bomb: "You think you are good at communicating, but with me, you are not."

When I turned 25, I was supposed to have the benefits of being an adult: the freedom to do what I wanted and the money to pay for it. That is what I began to wonder as I look back on when I was 25. Was I behind? So let’s look at your average 25-year-old and see whether you are really as behind as you feel…

I need to confess! My inner voice often tells me I must make everyone think I have it all together and that my life is perfect. I like to call it my "3ism." But let's be honest, I need to confess it. I have a more significant confession than vanity, and I don't want to admit what it is, but I know I need to, and I hope it helps you to realize what you need to confess.

How about you? What do you need to confess to God? My hope with this blog is that my vulnerability and authenticity with my struggles (and ongoing redemption through Christ) will inspire you to be honest with yourself and God and that you will surrender your will to His will.

Are you stuck in a cycle of continuous pain and are over it? Yeah, me too. The thought of addressing my need to forgive someone or to receive forgiveness this Christmas is overwhelming. Yet, it would be the best Christmas gift I can give to someone I love.

Forgiveness is often challenging because sometimes I can’t forget what they did to me. Nonetheless, Jesus makes it clear forgiveness is key to our ongoing growth in holiness and practice of the presence of God in our life.

Unanswered texts. Ignored phone calls. Cold responses to a warm welcome. Have a friend, family member, or spouse who left you on "read," and it frustrates you to no end?

This post hopes to summarize my personal story of how a friend helped me discover I was struggling with anxiety and share what I now hope my loved ones understand.

I will never forget when Sara first told me she was sad. It was only a few months after my father died, and I was completely overwhelmed with my grief to see her pain. She was unhappy and sad with our marriage and felt unseen, unsupported, and not heard.

I felt so ashamed that I, a pastor who cares for so many couples struggling in their marriage, was clueless about how my wife felt about our marriage. This intrusive thought dominated my mind for a few days/weeks, "How could I be so oblivious to the sadness in my wife's heart?" I was shocked, hurt, confused, and felt hopeless.

Ever been there?

There’s nothing like a warm fire, a beautifully lit Christmas tree, a traditional family meal, and a family gathering to remind you what you’ve lost. Whether you lost a parent, a loved one, a relationship, or moved communities because of a new job, Christmas can be tough if you’ve experienced loss this year. Grief during the holidays can make Christmas seem like anything but the happiest time of the year. 

Here are 8 ways to survive Christmas this year while grieving.

Singleness can be hard, and singleness paired with feelings of loneliness can be even harder. But here’s the Gospel’s promise…

For the next few minutes, I will share a Eulogy I wrote to my father, with the goal to inspire you, to move you, and to paint a picture of how great an imperfect parent can be.