I wrote this the early morning of Jan. 21st.... For Narnia... My friends, in a few hours I will begin the first of three speaking sessions on the topic of Depression. Having been invited to speak at today's Region 17 Summit Conference (for regional high school students), to be held at the Lubbock Civic Center. … Continue reading “For Narnia….”
Suffering
What I Learned While Speaking to Students About Depression
Moments prior to my first speaking session on Wed. morning, Jan. 21st, I felt like I was going to be sick. Knowing my son died as a result of depression, the "weight" of the topic was beginning to crush me. I was having trouble breathing. But, as they say, a funny thing happened to me … Continue reading What I Learned While Speaking to Students About Depression
“…that man who lost his son…”
Unbelievable. I spoke three separate times on Wed., Jan. 21st, to regional high school students on the topic of clinical/chronic depression. In each session, I made the following comment: "Having a son of my own who died as a result of clinical depression...., I must tell you, honestly, I did not want to do this. … Continue reading “…that man who lost his son…”
When Jesus Rang My Doorbell
Maybe it was because of the emotion associated with seeing the movie, American Sniper. Maybe it was that our daughter, Macy, was on a school related retreat (making our home feel awfully quiet.) Or, maybe it was as simple as just missing our son. All I know is that the past weekend was hard for … Continue reading When Jesus Rang My Doorbell
Dear Jordan, Merry Christmas, My Son…
Dear Jordan, Merry Christmas, my son. We worshipped Jesus this morning (just like you did). Kelsie sang a mini-concert. She sang about the King you now see with your own eyes. (The photo below was taken after church this morning.) I don't have a lot to say. I simply wanted you to know something: we're … Continue reading Dear Jordan, Merry Christmas, My Son…
Purpose In Our Pain
"All praise to God, the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ. God is our merciful Father and the source of all comfort. He comforts us in all our troubles so that we can comfort others. When they are troubled, we will be able to give them the same comfort God has given us." (2 Corinthians … Continue reading Purpose In Our Pain
“Suffer With Me”
Those words cited in the title, written by Paul to a young Timothy, are sobering to be sure. (2 Timothy 2:3) But, they take on a new - painful - meaning when we suffer. I've always said that "suffering as Christians" is that side of the gospel we rarely hear preached about on Sundays. Something … Continue reading “Suffer With Me”
The Question No Christian Wants to be Forced to Answer
We’d love nothing more than to have our son, Jordan Watts, back. But, I remember something Jordan said in a video that was played at his Memorial Service: “If God were to take all my fingers away I would love him just the same.” (Jordan was an artist and his hands were his life.) Jordan’s … Continue reading The Question No Christian Wants to be Forced to Answer
How Do You Make It Through the Worst Day of Your Life?
The answer in Easter. Watch this powerful, brief video message by Rick Warren. nw http://youtu.be/SHcfq1Hf1hE
Where Was Jesus When My Son Took His Life?
Preparing our church choir Sunday morning (4/13) to sing the classic, "The Day He Wore My Crown," I read to them a quote from one of my favorite books: John MacArthur's "God With Us." One of the best, most succinct theological descriptions of Jesus' death I've read, I've cited it dozens of times throughout my … Continue reading Where Was Jesus When My Son Took His Life?