We Remember: A 9/11 Prayer
Sep11

We Remember: A 9/11 Prayer

We remember that day, the 11th of September 2001. For many of us, we vividly recall. . .

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Military Chaplaincy vs. Civilian Ministry:
Aug05

Military Chaplaincy vs. Civilian Ministry:

Many parallels exist between the responsibilities of military chaplains and civilian clergy. However, the challenges and opportunities of military life result in distinct differences within a chaplain’s ministry. The following juxtaposes military chaplaincy with civilian ministry through the four-fold framework of Comprehensive Airman Fitness…

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The Man
Jun15
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Life’s End
Aug26

Life’s End

“How we live our days is how we live our lives,” someone once remarked. 
On our return home from youth group last week at Faircreek Church, I diverted upward into a poignant hillside cemetery overlooking Beaver Valley. Humorous questions erupted from our back seats . . .

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Motherhood Discipleship
May11

Motherhood Discipleship

What’s the heart of discipleship? I recently read through a book that aims toward a strategy for Christians to live faithfully in a post-Christian culture. Written just several years ago, it’s incredibly relevant to our future as followers of Jesus in North America. Among many worthy quotes, one statement jumped off the page and, I believe, answers this question:  

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Christ our Compass
Mar21

Christ our Compass

Celebrating my 40th birthday at USAF Officer Training School was rather underwhelming. However, I did happen to procure an MRE with M&M’s on the big day last May, which brightened my afternoon of field training. But upon our return to the base that weekend, I received a gift shipment from my incredible wife and kiddos. Inside was a beautiful cherrywood box with a handsome compass nestled in the center. . . .

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