James 
The Heavy Lift of Humility The world is loud. It’s a wall of sound—status, ego, and the constant grind for more. But the King of Kings didn’t come with a megaphone or a spreadsheet. He came with a basin and a towel. He washed dusty feet. He flipped the script on what “greatness” actually looks … Read more
Notes from my daily devotional by Duomo The Rhythm of Rest Society worships the hustle. We’ve been told our worth is tied to productivity—how much we can grind, how many notifications we can clear, and how many items we can cross off the spreadsheet. It’s a lie. The enemy thrives in the chaos because a … Read more
Love Restored: Marriage Message By Pastor Tim | Highlands Fellowship “That is why a man leaves his father and mother and is united to his wife, and they become one flesh.” Genesis 2:24 (NIV) Marriage isn’t a tourist trap. You don’t find it on a spreadsheet, and you don’t wing the technical stuff. It’s gritty. … Read more
Beyond the Pews | Kitchen and Compass Beyond the Pews Worship in the Real World Church is fine, but if you think God only hangs out in a building with stained glass on Sunday mornings, you’re missing the point. Worship isn’t just a playlist or a sermon. It’s how you handle the daily grind. It’s … Read more
So Flo: Abingdon’s Hidden Florida Heat The Heat and the Harvest: So Flo Found a hole-in-the-wall in Abingdon tonight. So Flo. Short for Southern Florida, and they aren’t kidding about the heat. It was small, tight, and a bit too warm inside. But when the food hits the table, the thermostat doesn’t matter. It was … Read more
A Lamp Unto My Feet “Your word is a lamp for my feet, a light on my path.” — Psalm 119:105 Steady Ground The world is a loud, chaotic mess of opinions and social media static. It’s easy to get overwhelmed by the noise. When I’m navigating the day, I don’t need more “expert” takes … Read more
Devotional Takeaways: Freedom Through Confession Daily Reflections | Duomo 3 Key Takeaways on Finding Freedom Through Confession 1. Silence is a Heavy Burden The longer we hold onto guilt or resentment, the more it “wastes away” our vitality. Confession is the act of setting down a weight we weren’t designed to carry. 2. Clarity Over … Read more
Building a Family to Last Building a Family That Lasts This post was adapted from the notes on Pastor Tim’s message at Highlands Fellowship 02/08/26. In a world of constant change, how do we build a family life that doesn’t crumble when things get tough? Jesus gives us a vivid blueprint in the Gospel of … Read more
“A righteous man has regard for the life of his animal…” — Proverbs 12:10 If you’ve followed Kitchen and Compass for any length of time, you know that the “Compass” doesn’t just point the way for Christy and me—it also guides our faithful co-pilot, Zippy. Traveling with a dog adds a layer of joy (and … Read more
The True North: Why Faith is My Compass “In their hearts humans plan their course, but the Lord establishes their steps.” — Proverbs 16:9 Welcome to the heart of Kitchen and Compass. When I decided to start this blog to share my love for local food and the open road, I knew I couldn’t leave … Read more
