Echoes of a 33-Year-Old

Turning 33, I am reflecting deeply on the life of Jesus, who also lived to this age. It’s remarkable how little we know about most of His life. Between the celebrated events of His birth and the start of His public ministry at “about thirty years of age” (Luke 3:23), the Gospels provide scant details. … Continue reading Echoes of a 33-Year-Old →

Pursuit of Excellence

There once was a park renowned for its serene beauty. At the park's heart is a quaint garden bordered by a once-proud wooden fence. Now, the fence is worn down, with broken slats, peeling paint, and a sagging gate that creaked with every gust of wind. Despite its condition, the fence was ignored, becoming a … Continue reading Pursuit of Excellence →

From Guilt to Grace

Judah’s Journey of Redemption Growing up with a brother is like having a built-in best friend and rival all rolled into one. My brother and I were no exception. We were always up to some adventure—or mischief—and one particular afternoon remains etched in my memory forever. We had this old wooden bunk bed that, depending … Continue reading From Guilt to Grace →

Stay In Your Lane

Ever feel like you're juggling flaming torches, and every time you turn around, another one is tossed into your hands? It's that overwhelming sensation where you want to excel at one thing, but life keeps hurling distractions your way, each ready to ignite a new crisis. This feeling of being overwhelmed usually triggers one of … Continue reading Stay In Your Lane →

One Day

One day your eyes will open wideTo find your mom and me.You’ll look around the world outsideAt all the beauty you can see. One day you will understandThe many words we say to you.You’ll smile when we say your name,And start to make your own words, too! One day I’ll give you a big bear … Continue reading One Day →

The Way We Learn

I thought I was doing okay. I had watched every video I could find on how to swaddle. There are a thousand different methods, and I tried most of them. Eventually I found my rhythm. Got pretty good at it, actually. So good that Cassie stopped wanting to try, worried she’d mess it up. That … Continue reading The Way We Learn →

The Lower Lights

On a lonely stretch of shoreline, where the land met the tumultuous waters of Lake Erie, stood a lighthouse—tall, proud, and steadfast. For years, it had been a beacon of hope for sailors, its light cutting through the darkest nights and fiercest storms. The responsibility of keeping this vital light burning fell to a man … Continue reading The Lower Lights →

Myths about Cast Iron

I've been cooking with cast iron for a long time. Many of my cooking friends have heirloom skillets handed down through generations. Not me. I bought a 10-inch skillet for $20, which lives rent-free on my stovetop 24/7. When we have company over, people often ask about the cast iron and even appear interested in … Continue reading Myths about Cast Iron →

How to Overcome Fear

Before providing practical principles for overcoming fear, discussing the two types of fear outlined in Scripture is essential. The first type is “fear of the Lord.” This refers to a deep respect, reverence, and awe for God. It is about recognizing His power, justice, and mercy, leading to a life guided by His principles. The … Continue reading How to Overcome Fear →

Want to Go Sailing?

Sailing has been one of my all-time favorite things to do at Northern Frontier. As newlyweds, my wife and I worked for camp, and the one experience I was most excited to share with her was to float down OK slip in a Sunfish sailboat. It can be a time of peaceful serenity–or thrilling excitement … Continue reading Want to Go Sailing? →