Yesterday, Terri and I celebrated 18 years of marriage. In no small part, that milestone is possible because of God’s grace and the gift of sobriety. I’ve been clean and sober since August 12, 1995. When Terri and I first met in February 2000, I was working on about four and a half years ofContinue reading “Sober Moments | Grace, Sobriety, and Love”
Today is Our Anniversary
Our story began online in February 2000, shortly after Y2K. Anyone remember Y2K? Having escaped the end of the world as we knew it, new life began. We started with online conversations. Those led to talking on the phone for hours. Eventually, we mustered up the courage to meet in person. For years, when familyContinue reading “Today is Our Anniversary”
Bible Study Sunday | Matthew 27
Matthew 27 is one of the most sobering chapters in Scripture. We witness Jesus being condemned, mocked, beaten, crucified, and buried. The innocent Son of God suffers at the hands of sinful humanity. Yet Matthew shows us something more than a terrible miscarriage of justice. We see Jesus willingly enduring the Cross, fulfilling His mission, and laying the foundation for the hope that will be revealed in Matthew 28. The King Who Died for Us Matthew 27 (ESV) Sometimes the most important moments in history don’t look like victories. Matthew 27 tells the story of Jesus’ condemnation and crucifixion. The religious leaders want Him dead. Pilate knows the accusations are driven by envy, yet he gives in to theContinue reading “Bible Study Sunday | Matthew 27”
