Archive for the ‘Parenting’ Category

Are Golden Calves In Your Home?

Developing our kids for Christ is tough work!  If we aren’t intentional with their spiritual development we are treading dangerous ground.  Moses’ brother Aaron is a prime example of the danger of negligence. While Moses was on top of Mount Sinai receiving the law from God Aaron was charged with the responsibility of leading the [...]

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My Booger Called Me Out

Last week my 3 year old daughter Katelyn, whom I affectionately refer to as “Booger,” called me out!  Abby and I were in the Kitchen and I thought we were having a discussion.  I don’t remember what we were talking about but evidently it was intense.

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Fatherhood

Today I have been a dad for nine years.  What follows is a journal entry I made the day he was born.

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Send Some Up For Me

When someone finds out I am a preacher they often say “Send some prayers up for me!”  Prayer is an amazing thing that Christians often neglect.  Sometimes I think people say “Pray for me” and it is more of a cliche than a reality for them.  As believers should we ask someone to pray for [...]

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Family Update

Having children is such an incredible blessing.  I am so thankful to have five and each one is special and unique.  You may or may not have heard that Abby and I are expecting.  We have enjoyed talking about the arrival of  “number 6″ with out kids.  Needless to say we have been excited.  Unfortunately, [...]

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Get-R-Done

Life can be overwhelming!  I have 5 small children, my wife, 2 dogs, 2 horses, a growing ministry with a Christian school and early learning center, speaking engagements, family, friends, personal hobbies etc., that all deserve my attention.

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Turning 40

This past weekend was one of the most rewarding weekends of my life.  It all started with my birthday on Friday.  I turned the big 40.  Its true and I am no longer in denial—I’m getting older but I felt special the entire day.

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Rejection

Christmas is a time when many people have to deal with rejection. You may be traveling home for Christmas to face a situation where you have never been accepted for who you are. I don’t have any personal experience of rejection from my family but I know someone who has.

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D6 Conference

Last week I had the privilege of emceeing at the first D6 conference hosted by Randall House Publishing.  It was an amazing event and I commend Randall House for their leadership within the Kingdom. 

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The Perfect Age

I attended the Holbrook Family Reunion this past weekend and enjoyed a great time with aunts, uncles, and lots of cousins.  Joel my oldest didn’t want to leave when it was time to go.  Joel’s crying brought back memories of my childhood.

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