I have always found this interesting. Why is it that people think that certain actions or WORDS that, I guess, would be ok outside of a church building all of a sudden turn bad or wrong once you are inside the building? When I get to thinking about it… its quite troubling and humorous! And…

Yesterday, Valeria and I went and had an ultrasound done. It’s a boy!!! We thank God for him…our third son.  Valeria is 17 weeks, and the boy is due October 18. He measured weighing 7 ounces already. When we came home and told JJ and Eli that they were getting another brother, JJ literally raised…

I totally realize that no one cares, but I still want to say it. Almond Joy pieces are my favorite candy. They are so good. Reese’s Pieces are awesome too. But these are incredible.  If you ever want to get me a surprise gift, this would be best. So delicious! Does anyone else love these?…

This past Sunday, I opened up my sermon with 2 different ways of learning. 1)     You can take someone with experience’s word for it. or 2)     You can learn the hard way. The Bible teaches us to take advice and instruction from people. Especially from those who have gone before us…

Here are some things that Valeria and I remind ourselves often to help us in marriage. Marriage is primarily about Jesus. I hope these help you too. 1)     Don’t Keep Score! = (Marriage is not a competition. Who cares who’s winning? Why would you want to prove to your spouse that you are…

If you are passionate about “every tribe, tongue, people, and nation” like the King Jesus is then you will absolutely love this video. Please watch. It gives me goosebumps each time I watch.

This week I was watching a video of some wedding vows. Something the groom said really caught my attention. He said, “I vow to lay down my life everyday for you.” Wow! That is something strong. But it is so true. So accurate. So marriage-proper. So Biblical. And so Jesus. Every husband needs to make…

In the evenings, I have been slowly reading Words to Winners of Souls by Horatius Bonar. Proverbs 11:30b (KJV) says “he that winneth souls is wise.” Here is an excerpt: (he is addressing the minister’s life, but it certainly speaks to the life of every believer) “Our position is such that we cannot remain neutral.…

When I was a boy, I played baseball and loved it. I pitched. I was never really that great. Often times, I was unable to throw strikes. This would really really upset me. I have memories of me leaving the field furious. I recall even crying sometimes because I was playing so poorly. No matter…

Eli had a birthday party on Saturday. Valeria’s brother, Andres, was in town. He took several good pictures. They are on his website. Click the link below to check them out. Notice how much Eli destroyed the cake! Eli’s birthday party!