“Deciding what not to do is as important as deciding what is.” Steve Jobs One of the most difficult things to accomplish is taking what dream and vision you have on your heart and mind, and give it wheels. How do you do it? Building a business, leading in ministry, raising a family, learning a … Continue reading Do. Intentionally.

I’m not great at the vacation thing in this season of life, maybe you can relate. There’s so much to do and two weeks doesn’t seem like a lot of time to do it. I have plenty of run-over from work on my mind. I’ll have finished vacation time by the time my head realizes I’m on it.

Moving a dream to crafting a vision and building a roadmap of goals requires planning and hard work….

It’s not just about the physical challenge of course. We’re spiritual and mental creatures too. This retreat is designed for the man looking to climb the mountains in their life. We’re going to have an incredible group of intentional men who need to make space for clarity of what’s being asked of them in life. Everyone comes from a different discipline or vocation but we share the common thread of being a man formed by God with purpose.

“Where does discipline come from? This is a simple answer. Discipline comes from within. Discipline is an internal force.” Jocko Wilink I alluded to the challenge our mastermind leader put forth, to come up with a word to serve as a guiding mission for the year. After pondering and prayer I settled on two and … Continue reading Righteous Discipline

This short historical fiction depicts Jean‑Pierre’s mission in colonial New France, burning enemy cabins for the crown and reflecting on family, survival, and the brutal realities of frontier war.

Otto paced in front of the hearth, pipe in mouth, Hamburg gazette underarm. His lips, held the end of the pipe tight, like a Rottweiler who’d found his favorite bone. A few rounds of fresh and fragrant tobacco had already been expended — room cloudy and full.

But it’s time to get back at, to rebuild discipline. Not as it was, but to refine forward knowing what life is like with our family of five.

The Man’s mind wandered as it often did to his time spent alone in life. He’s seen much. Loved some. Lost more. Fought some. Prayed more.

Life is a bit of a whirlwind now. So many moving pieces, none more important than raising our family. This is a tough season. I came home late from work, house quiet after earlier texts from Ani of battling our little guy. All quiet on the Western Front now. This is a rare type of … Continue reading Dad Life Ponderings Continue

One of my favorite (but happy when it’s over) moments as a dad with newborns is the late-night ponderings. Often pacing and swaying with baby in arm you think about life as seconds tick by. Those seconds can feel so long on little sleep but those are seconds you won’t get back. They’re already done. … Continue reading Newborn Ponderings

This is a wild time in our nation. Not to be colloquial but society is in a wilderness right now. The story of race has been cut open new again and everyone is trying to figure out what to do with it. I’ve been listening, praying, and reading the various voices in the conversation of … Continue reading 2020 Vision: Race & Racism

There is a lot going on in this country. While I’ve been busy raising a family, building a ministry and a business, I’ve been away from advocating for Life, Liberty, & the Pursuit of Happiness. There is a lot to say about what’s going on. That’s why I’m going to stand up and share my … Continue reading 2020 Vision: Introduction

This post urges dreamers and doers to stoke their fire—re‑fueling passion with faith, family, and purpose—using a locomotive metaphor to inspire perseverance through fatigue and keep moving toward your mission.

How often do you consider virtue in your leadership role or organization? Not a lot? Let’s talk about how it can actually build up the core strength of your culture by intentionally giving it a home.

It’s time to get in the game. Ask not what the Church can do for you, but what you can do for the Church. If we are the hands and feet of Christ, how are we moving? If our Body isn’t in motion, then we don’t move forward…

“If you are not moving forward, you are moving backwards. You need to make the necessary steps to grow everyday, be the best you can be; continuing education, counseling, podcasts, reading, etc. You are never too old to learn.”

This reflection challenges readers to be people who run toward the flames—whether literal or metaphorical—summoning courage and purpose to confront crises in family, work, and faith rather than watching from afar.

I love learning from people in action. It inspires me to be better when people are out there killing it, doing what they do best. I sat down with Director of Youth Ministry and entrepreneur, Lydia Zielinski, over a good cup of coffee to talk shop. Lydia and I travelled to Poland a few years … Continue reading 3Tips for Emerging Leaders

There is a difference between the “I’ve been up all night,” to the “My soul has seized up”. That’s burnout. It’s claimed many from their mission and team. Recognizing it early is important so it doesn’t get out of control.