Faith.
Growing Faith: Anchored and Exercised
Have you ever tried planks as a part of an exercise routine? They hurt! My arms start to burn and my core feels weak. But the momentary pain is working dividends in the long run. In the same way, faith …
A Spiritual Lesson in Walking and Running
All of us have something to give. Are you making excuses because of what you don’t have? Or are you living in gratitude of all you do have? We are now on day 40/365 in 2022 and in an attempt …
Respect the Journey
I wrote this back in 2018. When I found it the other day and read it again it felt profound. I was tempted to touch it up and polish it, but part of what I like is that it is …
The “Fast and Easy” Lie
One day as I was on a walk, I overheard two people talking. As I passed them I one said “I like things that are fast & easy. If it’s not fast and easy…..” his voice faded out as I …
Three Elements of a Hero: #3 //FAITHFULNESS//
A true hero is not someone who’s never been through hardship, but someone who goes through it and comes out stronger. They are faithful in that they don’t dessert or give up when it gets tough. Their eyes are set …
Three Elements of a Hero: #2 //GRIT//
Anything worth doing take hard work, patience, and a bit of difficulty. But in the end the time and effort is worth it when you achieve whatever it is you set out to accomplish. Dieting to lose weight. Finishing college. …
Three Elements of a Hero: #1 //BLOOD//
There’s something special about blood. Blood cannot be replicated or created and is completely essential for life. Scripture says “…the life of the flesh is in the blood…” (Leviticus 17:11). Blood gives life. But blood has accomplished more than just …
Friday Fun: Thoughts, Things, and Thanksgiving
Fun Friday Posts are going to be dedicated to lighter topics: favorite quotes, questions, thoughts, and ideas for whatever season we’re in! Thoughts__________________ This week I’ve been thinking about what unsettled time we’re living in. No matter where you call …
The World Needs Heroes
She gathered up the edges of the bloody tapestry, rolling it into a ball to bring down to the river for washing. Nobody saw this coming. The body had already been removed from her tent. All that remained was blood …
A Few of My Favorite Things about Muay Thai
One day this Summer I found myself in a rut, feeling unmotivated and low. I went for a walk and thought about where I am in my sport, and where I am headed My record is heavy in the loss …