Family & Relationships Posts

A Thank You to Healthcare Providers!

This past month, we’ve spent a fair amount of time in the hospital. In fact, this blog is being typed from ICU on New Years Eve 2014. Some of you may have seen some of my social media post... Read More »

Merry Christmas 2014 – Lights

Wishing you, your family, and your community Merry Christmas!  Please take a couple minutes to listen to our message as it relates to lighting in the season. Merry Christmas! Blessings, Chris Read More »

What’s your story?

I get the opportunity to sit one-on-one with a variety of people these days. In newly established relationships, one of my favorite questions to ask is “what’s your story?” As you might imagine, the responses I get to this... Read More »

Suicide Prevention

Last night, I had the opportunity to attend a meeting coordinated by Zionsville Community High School on teen suicide prevention. Mark Hipple, ex Detroit Lions quarterback, and his daughter, Tara, shared about their lose of a family member and... Read More »

Goodbyes are never easy!

One of the challenges I face as a coach is that there always comes a time for goodbyes. While the national averages are that coaching engagements normally last 6-18 months, many of my clients tend to last 2 years... Read More »

What is “Work”?

Over the past few months, a theme that has risen with me and finds it’s way into occasional discussions is the question of how do we define our “work”. Years ago, I thought the answer to this question was... Read More »

Incredible!! 300 to 600 in one night!

In my post, “One person at time“, I raised the topic of “promotion” for consideration. It’s a topic many wrestle in general; however, applying it to the church tends to really raise some eye brows. Start talking about pastors... Read More »

Are you being intentional?

One of the topics that comes up regularly in my coaching discussions is intentionality. In today’s 24/7 environment, most tend to struggle with time management and personal margin. Generally, I see that some have goals and strategic plans for... Read More »

What causes dislocations in the body?

The past couple times Chris Jr. has had a shoulder dislocation, it has caused me to ponder the question: What causes dislocations in the body? In his particular case, he has a genetic connective tissue disorder that allows for... Read More »

We’ve crossed another milestone!

Today, the Arnold’s cross another milestone in life. Chris Jr. is celebrating his 18th Birthday. While we’re celebrating, we can’t say it hasn’t come without some challenges. Yes, for some of you who know our story, one of Chris’... Read More »