In today’s hyperconnected world, most of us are familiar with the dangers of online harassment. But what happens when abuse crosses the digital divide and shows up at your doorstep — literally? A close friend of mine is living through this right now, and their experience deserves attention, action, and awareness. Their Story What started …
The World Remains the Same
In life or in the workplace, ever watch someone work overtime to rewrite the plot just because they couldn’t control a character? Ever watch someone set fire to their own credibility trying to burn you? If Yes, then this post is FOR YOU. 💛 The version of you they tried to destroy? You’re still standing. …
Not the Jesus Problem — The People Problem
Let’s be honest: a lot of people aren’t running from Christianity because they hate God. They’re running because of how some Christians act in His name. For many, the biggest barrier to faith isn’t Jesus — it’s His followers. You know the ones I’m talking about: the loud, aggressive, self-righteous voices who use scripture like …
When Faith Turns People Away: The Danger of Weaponized Christianity
Christianity, at its heart, is rooted in love, grace, and redemption. It’s meant to be a refuge — a path to healing, purpose, and hope. But for many people today, that message has been lost in the noise. What they see instead is a version of Christianity that feels judgmental, exclusionary, and at times, even …
Merry Christmas 2024 & Happy New Year 2025!
I love this time of year – the perfect chance to sit down and reflect on the past twelve months. Every year, my annual letter-writing tradition seems to sneak up on me. There have even been a few years where I’ve had to pivot to a “Happy New Year” or even a “Happy Spring” theme …
OU MBA – Statement of Purpose
I was recently accepted into the University of Oklahoma’s MBA program. I encourage anyone that may feel like this is a goal they cannot attain to just GO FOR IT! You. Can. Do. It. To my fellow service members and veterans: Don’t let your education benefits go unused – they’re there for YOU! Take advantage …
Life’s True Currency
We often think of time as something separate from our lives, something we can manage or trade for other things. But in reality, time is the very currency of life. Every choice we make – whether it’s how we spend our days, the people we invest in, the relationship we stay in or the goals …
Moving Back to Tennessee
I recently spent a week in Nashville, Tennessee, and for the first time in 13 years since I left the state, I felt a deep, compelling desire to return. Even when I had the chance to move to Fort Campbell in 2013, I declined for various personal and professional reasons. This recent visit was different—it …
Happy Spring 2024!
Happy Spring! I hope this letter finds you well and filled with the same sense of renewal and hope that comes with the change of the seasons. As I sit down to write this, reflecting on the past year, I have concluded it was a year nothing short of transformative. It has been quite a …
Change of Command Speech
Good morning, Commanding General Davis, Command Sergeant Major Edwards, Command Sergeant Major Rainey, fellow commanders, leaders, friends, family, and of course the Soldiers of Bravo Company 2nd Battalion, 379th Regiment. Thank you for being here today to show your sincere support. First, I would like to thank COL Anderson and LTC Velez for entrusting me …