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I write short, weekly reflections on faith, Scripture, discipleship, and the real-life journey of planting a church. If you’re looking for Christian encouragement, biblical insight, and honest reflections on following Jesus read on!

In the Infancy Stage of a Church Plant

In the early days of Town Church, God is reminding us that faithfulness matters more than impressiveness.

May 19

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We Didn’t Advertise… and People Still Came

What happens when people don’t just attend church—but actually live as the church

Apr 16

One year later... we're launching

From an unanswered question to a sending church—and a God who has always been faithful

Mar 31

The Next Gathering Place for Town Church

How a quiet sense to “wait” opened the door to our next gathering place.

Mar 5

What If Curiosity Doesn’t Kill Us — But Revives Us?

What if the path to greater kingdom impact starts with recapturing our curiosity?

Feb 12

We Didn’t Plan to Be Here This Soon—A Town Church Update

God has been moving more quickly than we expected in these early days of Town Church. Here’s a brief update and two specific ways you can pray with us.

Feb 2

What My Garmin Can't Measure

The most important progress in life never shows up on a screen.

Jan 22

Don't waste your middle years

You will never outgrow the call to take up your cross and follow Christ!

Jan 18