I’m learning a new normal
You're now a single parent. For whatever reason, God took your spouse and you find yourself trying to be a mom and dad to kids who are also trying to find their new normal. Frankly, there will never be a [...]
My kid doesn’t believe—I’m heartbroken.
One of the worst conversations I’ve ever had with one of my kids was when they told me they didn’t believe in God. They’ve rejected our faith. A faith we’ve taught them since the day they were born. How does [...]
The death of a friend or loved one can be devastating.
Mourning the loss of a close relative or friend can be really difficult. Even though it’s been more than 20 years, my wife still struggles with Valentine’s Day week. That’s when my mother-in-law passed away. While we know she’s with [...]
I’m learning a new normal
You're now a single parent. For whatever reason, God took your spouse and you find yourself trying to be a mom and dad to kids who are also trying to find their new normal. Frankly, there will never be a [...]
My world’s caving in.
Who doesn’t dread getting that 3 AM phone call telling you that one of our kids got in an accident, or we discover drugs in one of our kid’s rooms, or that our son is into pornography or our teen [...]
My daughter is sick, and I’m scared.
I cannot imagine your pain. What parent wants to receive news that your child is facing cancer? It’s normal to feel shock, fear, anxiety, sadness and anger. Don’t internalize it. Reach out to your friends at church. Maybe someone who’s [...]