A Reflection for this 250th Independence Day: Patriotism as a Providential Sacred Duty
The Christian Patriot is mature enough to discern the difference: We can repent for our collective, national sins. We can celebrate and honor what is good.
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Uncle. Winston-Salem born. Adopted Charlottean. Baptist. Advocate for ‘the least of these.’
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Remembering NC Pride '96: 30 Years of Pride in Winston-Salem
Recollections from the people of NC Pride and Pride Winston-Salem, via oral history interviews and news archives
A Reflection for Good Shepherd Sunday
You are not alone. You are known. You are beloved.
Matt at 40: Seven Days of Gratitude
The people, places, and experiences who shaped who I am at 40 and who I'm becoming in the many years ahead
On Suicidal Ideation
Trigger Warning: Please be aware the following reflection contains themes of depression and suicide.
When Rome Says 'Have a Nice Day'
Immigration Enforcement in Charlotte: On convicting the deceptively cheerful captors and fulfilling our Messiah's quest to set the captives free
Cultivating an Experiential Faith
or, Why I No Longer Believe in Coincidences
A Reflection for Palm Sunday: Which Procession Will You Choose?
I wrote and shared this reflection on this Friday morning, April 11, 2025, in advance of Palm Sunday this weekend.
The Exceptional Alcoholic
Family and friends, what follows below is a guest post from my insanely talented and awe-inspiring fiancé, Weston.
A Spiritual Autobiography
Reflecting on some of the people, places, and events who have made me