The Shift

This season of my life has been different from the past seasons that I have been in before. I can sense in my spirit that something is shifting but not in a negative way. I can feel the Lord moving and changing things around for my favor and benefit. This shift is not just for…

Family Time

Today my family and I spent some time together at the Fairhope Pier. It is a beautiful place that has water, sand, parks and a playground. We had so much fun hanging around laughing and conversing with one another. I am always challenging my 17-year-old son to an athletic competition. For me, it is a…

God never Fails!!!

You can’t beat the person who keeps their faith and trust in God. What God has promised you will not fail. It shall come to pass. God will reward you openly for your faithfulness to Him. Don’t get tired of doing good. It will all pay off one day. Be encouraged today in your mind…

The Reward of Following God

A Devotional on Mark 10:29–30 Mark 10:29-30 captures Jesus’ response to His disciples when Peter says, “We have left everything to follow you.” Jesus replies that anyone who leaves home, family, or fields for Him and the gospel will receive a hundredfold in this life, additional homes, family, and fields, along with persecutions, and eternal…

Time To Rebuild

A Devotional on Haggai 2:7–8 Haggai 2:7–8 states, “I will shake all nations, and what is desired by all nations will come. I will fill this house with glory,” says the Lord Almighty. “The silver is mine, and the gold is mine,” declares the Lord Almighty. The people of Israel were rebuilding the temple after…

Good Morning!

I consider myself a morning person. I am at my best when the day is just beginning and I can get a head start on my tasks. I tend to accomplish much more before noon than I do later in the day. Evenings are mainly for relaxing and winding down.

Being validated

What was the best compliment you’ve received? The best compliment I have ever received came from my father when he told me he was proud of me and the man I had become. It still brings tears to my eyes.

Created to Flourish

God created us with a divine purpose—to be fruitful, multiply, and steward the blessings He has given us. He never intended for us to live as mere consumers, but as contributors, creators, and cultivators of His kingdom. When we wholeheartedly seek Him, He reveals the path to walking in His authority, positioning us as the…

What’s holding you back?

The other day, I stepped onto the golf course for my first full round of play. My original plan was to hit the driving range like I always do, but my best friend challenged me: “It’s time to level up and play for real.” So, I did. And to my surprise, it was one of…

The Best Gift Ever

Share one of the best gifts you’ve ever received. One of the most precious gifts I have ever received was a series of golf lessons. Initially, I didn’t fully grasp the profound significance of this present. However, as I immersed myself in the lessons, I uncovered a genuine appreciation for the sport, which ignited an…

Water, Water, Water

Thanks to its incredible health benefits, I’ve discovered a newfound appreciation for water, which has become my favorite drink. With each refreshing sip, I feel revitalized and nourished. In the past, I relied on the rich aroma and warmth of coffee as my daily staple. However, I’ve taken a delightful journey away from excessive caffeine,…

Happy Heavenly Birthday!!

On this day, many years ago, my beloved mother graced the world with her presence. She adopted me as a baby, dedicating herself to nurturing me and sharing invaluable lessons. Today, I honor her remarkable life and the exceptional job she did as a mother, raising me with unwavering love and care. Though the journey…

Carrying A Football to Carrying the Gospel

After watching the Super Bowl this past weekend, I reflected on the profound transformation of my life. As a child, I dreamed of playing sports professionally, gracing the grandest stage of all—the Super Bowl. In those days, I played football, embodying the running back role. There was nothing like the thrill of carrying the football…

My Mission

My mission in life is to serve others and add value to the lives of others. That can take shape in many forms, but that is my overall mission in life.

Memories

What makes you feel nostalgic? When I remember a movie, song, or even visit a place, it gives me nostalgia. I am learning that nostalgia can be good or bad at times depending on the memory. Sometimes if the memory triggers a bad emotion I try to cast that thought down and try to imagine…

Yes!!

A year ago, I imagined what it would be like for our church to have some roots in our Tulsa community. We started off meeting in a nontraditional building (hotel). Although it sounded strange to some, we saw droves of visitors coming to that location. However, I wanted to move to a new location that…

Reset

Have you ever stood at the edge of something new, feeling the tug to move forward but paralyzed by fear? Life is full of these moments—a crossroads where faith meets uncertainty. The Bible is rich with stories of ordinary people who dared to trust God in the face of the unknown. Their journeys weren’t perfect,…

Overcome Adversity

What is something others do that sparks your admiration? In life, we all go through things that are very difficult. But not everyone deals with adversity the same way. By being a former athlete, I remember all types of adversity and challenges that would arise during a season. As I said, no one is exempt…

Be Yourself

What is one thing you would change about yourself? Nothing. I would change absolutely nothing about myself. A weak minded person who lives in the past thinks about what they would change about themselves externally. For example, let’s say I wanted to be taller, I can’t change anything about that or anything about my past….

First Day

On my first day as a parent, I remember when my daughter was born. I was full of great joy as I watched her enter into this life. I remember holding her for the first time, and I was so happy to finally meet this child who had been in my wife’s belly for nine…

January

What’s your favorite month of the year? Why? My favorite month of the year is January. I love that month because it is a month of beginnings. It can give people a clean slate and fresh start as they embark into the new year. My prayer for those that read this blog is that your…