Family & Relationships Posts

“I’ve been working in manufacturing since ‘kindergarten'”

Yesterday, we had a wonderful Arnold family gathering.  Between my nephew’s graduation, sister’s anniversaries, Mother’s Day, and my 47th birthday, we had plenty to celebrate.  One of the fun things about getting together as an entire family is sharing... Read More »

“Everything that I cared about was being taken away from me.” 

Many of you have followed the journey of our son.  In particular, this past year his being hospitalized nine times.  What most haven’t heard is the story behind the scenes that has been going on within his heart.  ... Read More »

“When Work & Family Collide”

I’m reading a great book by Andy Stanley, When Work & Family Collide.  In it, Stanley describes a tension most wrestle with regularly.  The tension between whether one “cheat’s their job or cheat’s their family”.  While one may think... Read More »

“This is my solemn vow.”

Today, is the 55th Wedding Anniversary of Dave and Sue Arnold, my Dad and Mom!  Yes, back on April 8th, 1961, Mom and Dad stood at the alter at Meridian Street Methodist Church in Indianapolis, IN and vowed to... Read More »

I’m torn when it comes to accepting followers on social media!

Now having over 7 years experience with social media, I’m beginning to become torn when it comes to accepting followers on social media.  Starting out in the early days with Twitter and Facebook, I took more of an open... Read More »

“finding blessings in the closed door”.

As many of my readers know, over the past year or so, we’ve been intentionally pursuing leadership roles in the local church.  The reasons are many; however, most importantly, have centered around a sense that God is calling Lisa... Read More »

“…what if the fire was truly burning…”

One of the blessings God has given me is this memorable video of my son, heyarnold22, singing with @RhettMorehouse in worship a few years ago.  In fact, I’ve posted it multiple times in the past for which many of you... Read More »

God often disrupts our plans….

This past weekend, I had the opportunity to attend the closing ceremony of a teen girls retreat which my wife aided in facilitating.  During the closing ceremony, all the girls (approximately 50) were given the opportunity to share what the... Read More »

Please forgive my grammar!

If you’ve been a reader of mine for any time, you’ve likely noticed that I occasionally have a few grammar or spelling issues.  Normally, they aren’t as blaring as being right in the subject header like my recent post,... Read More »

Don’t force it!

One of the biggest challenges I’ve personally had in my walk with The Lord is waiting upon Him and not forcing things to happen.  While this is difficult for most Christians, for those with  “Kingly” personalities like myself, its... Read More »