Category Archives: Blessings

Music Mania 2026: Imagine

Music Mania is an annual highlight of our spring. Our school has some really amazing vocalists and musicians and Music Mania is an opportunity for them to showcase these talents. Jackson has really enjoyed performing at Mania these past few … Continue reading →

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Greece: Mars Hill

This was on the bucket list. Paul’s sermon in Acts 17 is one of the foundational texts of my faith. If the word “missional” means anything, it’s the way Paul tactfully presents the gospel in such a provocative, relevant, faithful … Continue reading →

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Greece: Philippi

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All-State

Jackson was honored this year as a participant in the Alabama All-State Choir. We are so proud of him!

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Cuddle Buddies

Our family text thread is filled with pictures like this:

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Praying Your Way Into Glory

I was recently reading Luke’s account of the transfiguration of Jesus. And this line really stood out to me: And as he was praying, the appearance of his face was altered, and his clothing became dazzling white. Luke 9:29 I’d … Continue reading →

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Herald: Unexpected Favor

Over the course of his long career, Johnny Cash performed more than thirty different “prison concerts” for inmates both in this country and around the world. He played these shows as a way of advocating for prison reform but also … Continue reading →

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The Mission of God: Blessed to be a Blessing

May God be gracious to us and bless us and make his face shine on us — so that your ways may be known on earth, your salvation among all nations. Psalm 67:1-2 Why does God bless His people? Is … Continue reading →

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Mentone Getaway

November is a time for expressing gratitude and today I am thankful for a wife who is intentional about investing time and energy into our marriage. A week or two ago, Sunny suggested that we get away to Mentone for … Continue reading →

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An Affinity for Joy: Raiders of the Lost Ark

As part of my jubilee-year-quest to maintain an affinity for joy, I’m reminded tonight of the simple joy of Indiana Jones. More than forty years after its release, everyting about this movie holds up, from the adventure to the humor, … Continue reading →

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