Personal & Family Posts

Dave Arnold’s 80 years old today!!!!

Today is Dad’s 80th birthday!  Yes, friends, a man known to most in Putnam County (Indiana), my best man in my wedding, and my father is crossing over another milestone today.  Like many crossing such a milestone, 80 years... Read More »

“me too” and we’d love to help!

Today’s world is challenging for teens and their parents.  In a world where we’re all wrestling to find our true identity, its not uncommon to see teens, as well as adults, get caught up in challenging times.  Addictive behaviors... Read More »

“What does God really want me to do with my life?”

Are you interested in discovering your place in God’s story? Do you clearly understand your identity in Christ? Have you found yourself asking questions like: “Why am I here?” “What does God really want me to do with my... Read More »

We’re officially “empty nesters”!

Yes, it’s true, as of today, we’re officially “empty nesters”!   Well, maybe not completely as Chris Jr. will stop by tomorrow on his way back from a Colt’s game where we’ll say our official goodbyes.  Last week, we... Read More »

“way to go Tiger!”

Many of you know, I had the opportunity to play on a state championship football team in high school.  During those years, at sporting events, there was always one voice that stood out among the crowd.  I don’t know... Read More »

It’s our 25th!!!!

25 years ago today we tied the knot and rode off into the sunset together.  Spending the next week on a Southern Caribbean cruise, we were living the good life and prepared to take on the world together.  For those... Read More »

“don’t take these times for granted!”

As I rounded the corner on to Schooler Dr. I found myself following a big yellow school bus.  For a moment, I became impatient thinking “I wonder how many stops I’m going to have to wait behind”.  Then, the... Read More »

“let your heart give you joy in the days of your youth”

As we sat on the beach under our umbrella and drinking our “Bud Light”, which had become our routine, we somehow began to share our favorite scripture.  The reason I say “somehow” is that scripture and our faith weren’t... Read More »

“What’s God saying?”

“What’s God saying?”  It seems like such an innocent question…doesn’t it? Are you having marriage issues?  “What’s God saying?” Are you having issues with your personal finances and going into debt?  “What’s God saying?” Are you suffering from unimaginable... Read More »

“the real secret is to ‘give up’ on your dreams?”

This past Friday, I had the opportunity to attend TruthAtWork’s annual conference, America’s Best Hope. (#ABH2016) Candidly, having spent a few years on the the conference circuit, I’m at a point where all day conferences aren’t necessarily as inspiring... Read More »