Faith. Fam. Life.

Should I “Preach to the Choir” or Reach the Lost?

I saw someone post the statement that the true purpose of a minister is to reach the lost, not focus on those that already believe.

He asked for thoughts on the statement, and while mostly everyone agreed, I didn’t think it was such a cut and dry choice.

I honestly believe it is both, ultimately the most important duty of a minister is to be led by the Spirit of God…period.

It isn’t us that converts or convicts anyone, that’s the job of the Holy Spirit.

Our duty is to make ourselves available to be inspired, led, and used as Christ sees fit.

Family & Parenting

Our Youngest Son Moved Into His College Dorm!

Man! Starting out as young parents, we feel like we grew up with our kids. We’ve always spent most of our time together as a family, no matter if it’s out and about or just hanging out at home together.

Having one of our kids move out of the house brought about emotions we may not have expected!

However, we’re super thankful for this new chapter, it’s going to be new, and different, but we know God is awesome!

Travel

Took the Whole Fam to Las Vegas

We were able to get away for a few days as a family out in Las Vegas. There’s plenty to see…and eat, as a family out there!

Most importantly, we got to create more lasting memories together, and had a great time doing it!

Family & Parenting

Father-Son Trip to New Orleans

For our youngest son’s high school graduation, we took a father-son trip to New Orleans.

Neither of us had been there before and it is a place he’s wanted to go to for a while.

New Orleans was cool, but it was more amazing to be able to new memories together!

Family & Parenting

Our Youngest Son Graduates From High School!

For us, as teen parents, breaking the stereotype and having both of our young men graduate from High School, and not just graduate, but as honor students, is definitely a blessing!

We know we couldn’t have made it to this point without Christ in our lives as well as the love, help, and support of our family.

We’re excited to see what the future holds for this young man, and are super proud of all that he has accomplished so far.