my boys (Fatherhood and encouragement to all fathers)

     Luckily My boys and I have always had a great relationship that I have been blessed with . I always try to find new ways to stay connected with them and let them know I think theyre amazing. Even when times get tough, life throws out suprises , teenage years roll out the red carpet and family challenges unfold I never give up on being a father or on these guys in any way. Ive seen too much of that in the world and in my job. Not my thing and not who I am. 

     Its hard at times, it can suck really bad and be beyond challenging but I have been given them and this responsibility for a reason. Nothing can stop me from making my best efforts. Im excited for their lives and everyday try to pray for them, with them when I see them and over them. Thats my mission. Even when they seem distant themselves and  not wanting to talk or maybe somewhat disconnected for whatever reason I am still here.

      If youre a man and have kids, step it up. Be a dad. Be the best dad you can be and then some. Regardless of the rough road of having boys and wherever it may lead its worth it. Thats what I keep aiming for. Thats what God wants from all fathers. 

Im here for the long haul boys. Please know you can always trust me in all circumstaned and Ill always have your back. 

Iove,

Dad

( looking for a good book on fatherhood? Check out Father Fiction by Donald Miller  or Fatherless Generation by John Sowers. Both will change you life and perspective on being a dad. )

Im actually promoting a Zombie book

Ive never been a big Zombie fan but I love the idea in this book. "Slaying the dead within" . So As Christians we have all felt  "zombie-like" at times when we are totally not in tune with the holy spirits intent for our lives and are not staying focused on being alive in christ. We become the "walking dead". This book examines that and how to come alive again. It shares how to break out of that zombie trap and get rid of that part of us.

  Im Reading it a second time here. Love it. Ironically its written by an author who is very well known for the "diary of a wimpy kid " series. Jeff Kinley. Who would have thought. Good stuff. Thanks for the inspiration here Jeff. Hoping to slay my "inner zombie" real soon. 

Christmas visit to Buchanan

Long time

So ive noticed i havent blogged forever. Too much goin on in the past several months of my life Id say. Grateful tho for an awesome God who is more than trustworthy and dependable. Im looking forward to starting more here again.

Its hard to believe fall is around the corner and how this year with so much going on has flown by. This view is a reminder of all that and Gods awesomeness.  Ive been enjoying aeeing this everyday around the corner from my home. Too much time has passed and theres way too much good stuff to share on here so Let the blogging adventures begin! 

Nothing Is Impossible

Check out my first video blog. (Sorry about the blurriness. From now on I'll have to use my HD camera and not my phone}. Luke 1:37 "Nothing is impossible with God."

Disclaimer:  No trees were harmed in the making of this film. It was cut down earlier.

Don't Worry Ive Got it from here.

     I love this verse.Its found in Exodus 14:14 in the middle of a great story you need to read It doesnt get any clearer than this. Chill, Ill deal. I was talking to our worship pastor here about this verse a while back and he asked me what does that mean to me. Crazy to ask as its very clear what it means really. I need to remain calm in everything going on right now. God will take care of it. It's like when I have reached the bottom and have nothing literally nothing left to give, God's at full force taking care of everything. As if He's saying "Don't worry, Ive got it from here." He always shows up in better ways at the most needed times.

     Then just a couple days ago I ran across Psalm 131. If there was any perfect way to respond to God in times like these. This is what He wants of us. I cant do anything close like God does it and want to stand out of his way, even when it seems I want full control. I am working on being peaceful. Sometimes As the saying goes, sometimes God stills the storm, other times he stills our hearts. I am trying to be patient and wait as he does His thing. Whatever it is. Psalm 131 says...  

God, I’m not trying to rule the roost,I don’t want to be king of the mountain.
I haven’t meddled where I have no business or fantasized grandiose plans.
I’ve kept my feet on the ground, I’ve cultivated a quiet heart.
Like a baby content in its mother’s arms, my soul is a baby content.
I wait for God. Wait with hope.

God's Not A Genie.

   I was getting ready today and while putting in a contact dropped it in a sink full of soap bubbles that hadnt drained yet. I said God pleases help me here I dont want my day to start like this and have places to be. I reached my hand in and pulled out. My contact in my hand. No joke. I drove to downtown Flag in a hurry and prayed God please help me find a place to park really close so I can not be late. Only one open spot was available. Right by the door. Two for two. I like that.

   Later in the day I thought Id try again.... I asked this time for some help over more important things, life situations that really matter........

Two times evidently was my max for the day.

I was really hoping for that third "granted request".  But afterall Gods not a Genie. He's God.  Seriously tho, He answers how he sees best for the better of us and not just to answer. His blessings come in many different ways and more than 3's.   Reaslistically if you stop to take a look at all the requests weve asked even in just a years time I bet you'd be suprised at the amount of good responses you've gotten. The good ones however...the big requests that really matter, take a little longer it seems. For many reasons we don't or wont, cant or maybe even shouldnt know. Even tho Ill be honest thats not what I want to hear. I literally hate that. That thought alone actually drives me nuts.

For whatever reason tho it has to be worth the wait. Its more than obscene to think otherwise. I keep telling myself to remember  that God is ultimately in control in all circumstances even when it doesnt seem like in any way shape or form. To be honest a lot of the times that seems pretty often to me. But I, like you, am learning.