A Mid-Morning Win in Johnson City

A Mid-Morning Win in Johnson City Sometimes the best part of a hospital run is the part where you leave. After wrapping up an iron infusion at the VA this morning, Christy and I went looking for a recovery meal. We found a spot in Johnson City called Cranberries, and it hit the mark. No … Read more

The Long Walk Toward Maturity

The Long Walk Toward Maturity Emotional maturity isn’t a destination. It’s a journey, and usually a gritty one. We like to think we’re in control until someone cuts us off in traffic or life throws a curveball that threatens our peace. That’s when the real work starts. The Bible doesn’t mince words about growing up. … Read more

Miracles in the Grind

Miracles in the Grind Stress has a way of boxing you in. It makes your world feel small, like you’re trapped in a corner with no way out. But that’s a lie. This isn’t just about managing your mindset; it’s about looking past your own strength. It’s about expecting the impossible. Power Without Limits When … Read more

The Win in the Walk

The Win in the Walk Most of us spend our lives staring at the finish line, grinding our teeth until we get there. We treat stress like a mountain we have to level before we can finally breathe. But here’s the reality: God is in the dirt of the journey, not just the trophy at … Read more

Back in the Ridge

Back in the Ridge | Kitchen and Compass Back in the Ridge The door is locked, the bags are dropped, and the coffee is brewing. We’re finally back in Bristol. The trip home was a mixed bag. Zippy handled the miles like a seasoned pro, proving once again that three legs are more than enough … Read more

Dwell on the Truth

Dwell on the Truth It’s time to cut through the noise and talk about something that actually works: Positive Thinking. I know, you’ve heard it a thousand times. “Just think happy thoughts.” But let’s be real—when life is coming at you fast, your mind doesn’t naturally drift toward the light. It gets stuck in a … Read more

Finding Peace in the Truth

Finding Peace in the Truth Stress isn’t just about the chaos hitting you from the outside. It’s about what’s happening in your head. If you’re building your life on lies or the idea that you have to carry it all, you’re going to break. True peace starts with a foundation of real truth. God Stays … Read more

Reshaping the View from the Foxhole

Reshaping the View from the Foxhole We’ve talked about the mechanics of the mind, but today we’re digging into the foundation: your mindset. It’s the default setting of your brain. When that setting is skewed, everything—your world, your self-image, even your walk with God—feels off-kilter. But when you let the Creator recalibrate your perspective, you … Read more

War for Your Mind

War for Your Mind Stress isn’t just a byproduct of your circumstances. It’s often a result of the garbage we let take up residence in our heads. If you aren’t careful, your own thoughts will become your worst enemy, replaying failures and inventing “what-if” nightmares until you’re paralyzed. But you don’t have to be a … Read more

Trading Chaos for Clarity

Trading Chaos for Clarity Stress isn’t just a feeling; it’s a parasite. It starts as a small thought, feeds on your fears, and eventually takes over the driver’s seat of your mind. Before you know it, you’re spiraling. But there is a way to kill the engine on that cycle. It starts with a fundamental … Read more