3 Ways to Create Space for the Supernatural

3 Ways to Create Space for the Supernatural

You know what I love? I love being in shape. I love how it makes me feel confident, and how I don’t want to pass out when I play sports.  You know what I hate? Everything that it takes to get me there. Seriously. Running is SO good for me. I know this. I believe...
Jesus’ Answer to Being Overwhelmed

Jesus’ Answer to Being Overwhelmed

My only thought, after 59 minutes and 50 seconds of trying to escape this Star Wars themed room, was “I hope this 12 year old knows how to unlock an actual doorknob!” I took my sixth grader group this week, and we escaped with only 5 seconds left! It was...
Plastic Poop and Other Deep Matters of YM

Plastic Poop and Other Deep Matters of YM

Why am I here? Have you ever asked yourself that? Yesterday, in the middle of a run down dollar general, I found myself – a grown man – buying (among other things), some fake plastic poop. Yep. And a reindeer mask. And some ornaments for a game called, I...
Rites of Passage for Youth in the Vineyard

Rites of Passage for Youth in the Vineyard

This weekend marks our church’s annual men’s retreat. I am especially excited about this year because my oldest son is coming to his first retreat (they are allowed to come at 15-16 years old). I wouldn’t say that our church is very good at rites of...