Titus 3:4-7 (NIV) “But when the kindness and love of God our Savior appeared, he saved us, not because of righteous things we had done, but because of his mercy. He saved us through the washing of rebirth and renewal by the Holy Spirit, whom he poured out on us generously through Jesus Christ our … Continue reading Living in the Tension of Grace and Grit
Category: Husband
Clarity in the Blur
It’s strange how blurry those first few weeks of recovery are. I know my wife was there—caring for me and our newborn—but if I’m honest, I barely remember most of it. The days in the hospital, the frustration of not being able to move, and the fog of constant pain all blend. But this photo… … Continue reading Clarity in the Blur
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
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
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