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 →

Together in the Clouds

I always counted it a great privilege to know my aunt Charlotte. Granted, you might say I had advantage with half my family going to the same church. I remember walking down the halls of the children’s wing after Sunday school and I’d see her in her class room. I’d say, “when will Aunt Charlotte … Continue reading Together in the Clouds →

A Eulogy for My Brother

The Scriptures remind us there is a time and season for everything under the sun. A time to laugh and a time to cry, a time for joy and a time for pain, a time to be born, and a time to die. If there’s one thing we can all know for certain, it’s that … Continue reading A Eulogy for My Brother →

Thomas Westerman Obituary

Thomas G. Westerman passed away on Friday, September 16, 2022, unexpectedly in Nevada County, California. He was born in Denville, New Jersey, growing up in Cedar Lake’s loving community. Thomas graduated from the Morris County Vocational School of Technology in 2009. He was a loving young man who cared deeply for those around him. Generous, … Continue reading Thomas Westerman Obituary →

Growing Up In Your Twenties

I just celebrated my 29th birthday. And it's true what they say about time passing faster as you age. Years blend into years as though one long stretch of time. But hitting specific milestones has caused me to look back and reflect. This birthday was the first that felt different in a while. How I … Continue reading Growing Up In Your Twenties →

A Meditation on Marriage

Recently, I had the honor of offering a message during a very good friend's wedding. Having only just celebrated my two year anniversary with my wife, I can hardly make a claim for expertise in the topic. The task quickly became humbling as—more than ever—I trusted God to give me words that would have significant … Continue reading A Meditation on Marriage →

The Way You Think About God is Wrong

Do you ever have doubts about God? Has the way you think about God ever been messed with? Maybe it was a question about your faith that you weren't ready to answer. Or perhaps it was someone else's strong convictions that conflicted with your views. When the way we think about God gets challenged, we … Continue reading The Way You Think About God is Wrong →

Marriage Changes People

The other day, my wife made a comment to me that caught me off guard. She said, "You're a lot nicer now that we're married." This was hard to hear for two reasons. The first was pride. Of course I am! I've always been nice. But this thought was immediately followed with shame. You must … Continue reading Marriage Changes People →