Gummed and Loved

I didn’t see it coming. The morning was soft with that half-light that makes you think the day might stay quiet. I was lying there, half-awake, when I felt it—a small hand on my face. Not the usual pat-pat of exploration, but something more intentional. I opened one eye just in time to see my … Continue reading Gummed and Loved →

Kairos & Coffee

This morning, with a warm cup of coffee in hand, I settled into my usual spot for devotions. The house was quiet, and for once, there was no rush. It was one of those rare mornings where time felt generous, as if offering me a chance to sit and breathe. The Greeks had two words … Continue reading Kairos & Coffee →

Burning Bushes

There are moments in life when the ordinary suddenly becomes extraordinary. Moses had one of those moments. He was in the wilderness, doing the same thing he did every day—watching sheep—when he saw it. A bush, ablaze with fire, yet not consumed. He could have walked by, dismissed it as nothing special. But he didn’t. … Continue reading Burning Bushes →

The Perfect Father

Since becoming a father, I’ve been reflecting a lot on my own childhood and on my dad—what he gave me, what I’ve learned from him, and the ways I’m trying to carve out my own path as a father. Growing up, my dad was steady, always working hard, always serving our family without complaint. He … Continue reading The Perfect Father →

Impermanence

There’s an odd sense of time that settles in when you watch your child grow. Each day feels full—so much happens in the smallest moments—but at the same time, it all slips away before I can grasp it. I see it when my son, once so tiny and still, now reaches for toys, his eyes … Continue reading Impermanence →

Cereal Lessons

Cooking breakfast for my wife used to be one of those small rituals that anchored our mornings together. Whether it was blueberry pancakes, avocado toast, or hash browns, each dish felt like a simple but meaningful way to start the day. There’s something about breakfast that sets the tone—dinner is what we look forward to … Continue reading Cereal Lessons →

Why Do I Write?

There’s something powerful about seeing thoughts transformed into words on a page, like turning chaos into clarity. Writing slows everything down, giving me space to reflect and really think. I’ve realized over time that writing is more than just a hobby—it’s become the way I process life. Each sentence helps me make sense of the … Continue reading Why Do I Write? →

The Quiet Growth of Our Little Lion

As I write this, Judah is fast asleep, his chest rising and falling with the serene rhythm that only babies possess. It’s in these quiet moments of pause that I find the space to reflect on the time past since he entered our lives—a period marked as much by his growth as by the deepening … Continue reading The Quiet Growth of Our Little Lion →

A Lion in the Living Room

Imagine for a moment that you’ve invited a lion into your living room. Not a house cat, but a full-grown, wild lion. Instantly, everything changes—the air feels charged with power, and you realize nothing in your life will remain the same. This is what it’s like when Jesus comes into your life. He’s not a … Continue reading A Lion in the Living Room →

Passing Down Tools

As I crouch down, working to fix my son’s stroller, I can’t help but think back to all the times I watched my dad and grandfather tinker with their own tools. They were fixers, always working on something, and they made sure I learned to appreciate the value of doing things myself. A loose screw … Continue reading Passing Down Tools →