A slave trader writes the most famous hymn about grace. Let that sink in. That’s how big God’s love is. But what if I told you that story isn’t even the most amazing part? The most amazing part is that He would have done it all just for you.
Have you ever felt that overwhelming love for a newborn or a helpless animal? That feeling isn’t just an emotion. It’s a direct echo of the very same fierce love that fueled the resurrection. Discover the “hard line” connecting the beauty you see to the power that rolled away the stone.
As a pastor’s kid, the hymn ‘I Have Decided to Follow Jesus’ was just a childhood memory. That is, until I heard Anthony Evans sing it. His version was a tribute to his late mother, and in that moment, God connected our stories. He was honoring his mother with a song, and I was honoring my father with a book. One son’s privilege, another son’s reward. This is the God who weaves our stories of loss into a shared song of purpose.
Ten years ago, I said goodbye to my Dad. Ten years to the day, I had a conversation about hope on the ‘Grief and Happiness’ podcast. If you have ever walked through the valley of the shadow of loss and wondered if there was hope on the other side, this conversation is for you. It’s a beautifully authentic talk about life, death, and the God who redeems our most painful dates. My prayer is that it encourages you to take His hand.
Peace is not a feeling. It’s a declaration. Discover the unshakable truth that allowed Horatio Spafford to write ‘It Is Well’ in the midst of unimaginable tragedy, and how the resurrection is the only anchor for the soul in any storm. This peace, a gift from God, is the only peace that could allow a man to lose his four daughters at sea and still write, ‘It Is Well’.
This morning, a simple question about the status of my soul led to a divine conversation and a project I never planned. On the tenth anniversary of my Dad’s passing, the Holy Spirit reminded me how His grace is made perfect in our weakness. This journey became ‘The Palace Studio,’ a short fireside chat about finding peace in God’s presence, understanding our earthly ‘carrying case,’ and releasing our drivership to the Savior. It’s an invitation to find strength in Christ’s power, just as my Dad wrote in the margins of his Bible.
What happens when sorrow and love become a tsunami? A look at the cross that isn’t gentle, but a Spirit-injected jumper cable that obliterates our ego and demands our soul, our life, our all.
After the long process of getting my book finished, I’m sharing something deeply personal that just went live: my conversation with Susan Ways at Tendrils of Grief about finding hope after losing someone you love. We discussed ‘Generation Jumping: Losing Those Who Are Not Lost’ and the journey through grief that led me to write it.
The cross demands two responses: to bow in reverence and to cling for life. Exploring the profound meaning of ‘Tetelestai’ – the debt paid, the sentence served, and the victory won. Discover why the Old Rugged Cross must remain central to our daily walk.
Setup: My youngest sister texted me a playlist link on Easter Sunday while we were at our childhood home visiting Mom and family. She briefly explained the list and some details on the arrangements. I…
Following a meaningful Easter Sunday at my childhood home, I’m sharing the family prayer we offered. A reminder that our faith stands on ‘The Rock’ regardless of shifting winds. But the day didn’t end there. A surprise text from my sister led to a 300-mile journey filled with tears, joy, and a new look at classic lyrics. Here’s a look at our Easter and a preview of the songs that cut straight to my soul. #ClassicHymns coming soon
Pray For Our Leaders For years and years I have prayed for our President and Vice President and our elected officials. As time wore on, I started praying even more specifically for our leaders. The…
“The world is full of stories that aren’t true or are just plain depressing. I wanted to add something different to the mix—true stories about people I love who served the Lord with joy. From childhood memories of fun and freedom to the redeeming hope found in a grandmother’s funeral, this is a reflection on healing through writing and the power of carrying a legacy forward.”
An update. A profession. 6 months since 9/10.
Uncle Gary loved me all his life, revealing tenderness beneath his shell. Jesus commands us to the ultimate act of love: laying down our lives for friends. Every small act of service is a miniature reflection of this sacrifice, honoring the image of God in everyone we meet.
Three more Grizzlies were named to All-State Teams. Congrats to Kyle, Jackson, and Zack.
O’Hearn wins it in OT!!! Bishop Guertin 1, Concord 0. The NH D2 Boys Hockey Final did not disappoint.
Kingswood wins it in OT – 2-1. After 44 minutes of scoreless hockey both teams scored in the final minute of regulation. Instant Classic!
Spaulding wins the rematch from two seasons ago, 3-1. NH D2 Boys Hockey Champions!
Hanover did it again. Great game. A 3-peat over a very good Oyster River-Portsmouth team. NH Girls Hockey keeps getting better and better.
NH High School Hockey Saturday is almost here! Check it out!
Spaulding advances by way of a 5-1 QF win over Goffstown.
It’s Tournament Time! Anything can happen. Enjoy the excitement of following your team, or just loving your favorite sport.
It’s Tournament Time! Anything can happen. Enjoy the excitement of following your team, or just loving your favorite sport.
It’s Tournament Time! Anything can happen. Enjoy the excitement of following your team, or just loving your favorite sport.
It’s Tournament Time! Anything can happen. Enjoy the excitement of following your team, or just loving your favorite sport.
Goffstown needed a win to secure a home playoff game and they got it done on the road, 3-0.
The opponents are scheduled. The times and places change. Yet, the game you play, and how you play it determine everything. Playing for position, shift after shift, line after line.
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The kids were playing the game they love. Both teams out on the ice, learning and growing in real-time. Great fun at the rink for some JV Hockey.
Sometimes seasons of misses build the stage that leads to a game-winning-goal you dream about.
The Admirals skated circles around the Goffstown Hockey team after Senior Night 2026 celebrations. Best skating Grizzlie was the actual bear during pregame.