I’ve now been married to my wife for a little over 4 years. That by no means makes me a marriage expert, but it does mean that I’ve had 4 years to learn several things to do and not to do. Some things I’ve learned by trial and lots of error – other things I’ve been blessed to learn by hearing from Godly couples who...
If I were to ask you the question – “What kind of work does God want from you?” – what kind of answers would come to your mind? If you’re like me you probably start thinking about a whole slew of Christian virtues and actions. You probably think about healing people, praying for people and preaching the Gospel. Surely, that is primarily...
When is the last time you took a few moments and enjoyed the simple pleasure of a sunrise or sunset? How long has it been since you slowed down long enough just to thank God for the miracle of life and the gift of breath that is in your lungs? I ask those questions, because recently I asked myself the same thing. It made me realize just how much I...
I was on the phone recently with someone who was describing to me a problem they were facing. It wasn’t a massive problem, but the more they described their predicament, the more I realized that it was within my power to help them. I wish I could say that my first reaction was to offer my time and efforts to them in a selfless, sacrificial...
Over the past few months I’ve been in a constant learning process as a new dad. Being a parent has taught me many lessons so far – some about myself, my marriage, my values in life and even about the unconditional love of God. With that said, I want to share a few of those learned lessons with the world – 5 of them in...
I’m still trying to process the evidence I have seen unfold over the past few weeks regarding Planned Parenthood’s practice of selling aborted baby parts for profit. If that is shocking for you to read, you aren’t alone. It’s hard for me to even type it. Everything about that sentence just feels grossly absurd, yet it is happening – all...
The past couple of weeks have been one incredible, life-changing blur. On June 18, 2015 at 1:55PM we welcomed our son – Asher Roman Speegle – into this world. It’s hard to put into words just how thankful we are to have him with us. The 2 hour feeding schedules, the 4AM Wal-Mart runs, the wild bathroom accidents during diaper...
I’m learning more and more just how easy it is to lose focus in life. As the seasons of our life change so does the difficulty of staying on course as a Christian. It’s not always bad things that cause us to lose focus either. Many times it is perfectly good things. Sometimes it’s a job, a hobby, a form of entertainment, a dollar amount or...
Dear Asher, The days are drawing closer to your arrival and our excitement is building. Just to give you an update… you’re mom is in full-swing nesting mode at this point. We’re organizing diaper bags, categorizing bottles and strapping in car seats. It’s been an incredible ride already and we’re so ready for you to join us on the...
As I watch the events unfold in Baltimore, I feel a multitude of emotions. It’s sad and painful to see the violence and rioting that is taking place. Buildings have been set ablaze, property has been destroyed and innocent people have been harmed. In writing this, I don’t intend to pick a side… draw a line… point a finger… or pretend...
