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2010–2021 · 2,287 posts

My boy Cameron (black t-shirt) being a great Turkey in his Thanksgiving Program.

Found out this morning that the @HuffingtonPost posted a story I wrote a while back. Pretty cool. (Here's the link even though you can't open it on IG -> http://bit.ly/1qCyXG8) #Huffgrampost

So @amandarcheatham was hungry for a healthy breakfast so I got her a dozen of these. I'm a good leader.

Ending our LONG day with a sleepover in the living room. (Wondering if I dare sneak back and sleep in my own bed) #dadlife #momsgone

So this just happened to me tonight. Wish I could say it's because I'm a "high value target" but I'm not... Just people with too much time on their hands.

The fun continues! Mom's gone & now it's movie night! Non-stop action with dad this weekend!

Why is this girl so happy? Because she's too young to know @lindsay1019 has been gone 2 days!

2 more days without Mommy, how will we survive?!?!? (By loading the kids with Doughnuts & Chocolate milk and praying for a sugar crash nap!

Introducing the kids to one of the greatest movies ever made! #TMNT #mychildhood

Last one... They're tired of these pictures... I'm sure you are too.

This pic of the kids last night makes me laugh... Mostly because of Cam forcing Dylan to look at the camera.

Up before the sun on my day off can only mean one thing... #bowseason #realtree #tired

Last one of Cam's party... Just love this shot of him surrounded by his crew. #myboy

It was a great afternoon celebrating Cameron's birthday with all his friends. @lindsay1019 pulled off an amazing party.

This girl has been the best part of me for the last 12 years. She's everything I'm not and just being with her drives me to be a better man, husband and father. I had no idea how incomplete my life was before I met her. Happy anniversary babe! #12years #mylove #morethananything

Cameron's Cotton Candy Philosophy is just shove it all towards your mouth and some will get in.

This little girl's all Texan... She fell in love with the trucks today at the State Fair.

This girls day started a bit rough so I thought she needed a surprise liquid pick-me-up in the form of a @Slurpee.

No school for the kids today means homemade powdered doughnuts! #dadlife #holiday

Dylan's newest go to expression. Maybe her version of #duckface.

Worshipping at the @karijobe show tonight with the Mercers, Jobes, Smiths & a few thousand others.

The only #selfies I approve are me with my kids... Baby #3. #dadlife

Kid #1. She wanted to dress "sporty" today. Cowboys sweatshirt on top of a Rangers t-shirt topped by a Rangers hat.

Welcoming Fall with Pumpkin Spice Pancakes with Sweet Cream Cheese sauce. What heaven tastes like. #pancakesaturday #fall #dadlife

Exciting times at Cam's school today. Not sure what's happening but Southlake, Bedford, Keller, Colleyville and Grapevine all have trucks here check the building out.

Such an honor to have @tlane1002 share at #lionsroar2014. He's my pastor but has also become a coach on fatherhood to me. Love his heart and love being under his leadership @GatewayPeople.

Returning the instalove to @brandon_cole. Doing a great job sharing at #lionsroar2014 but also wearing himself out serving @paullouiscole making today work great.

Hanging with the @GatewayGRP men on this early morning, then heading to #lionsroar2014

Cam's trying to play cars with his sister, but I don't think she gets the concept.

Using every extra space we have to accommodate everyone coming to church today.

Great day hanging out and celebrating the @MyGateway launch. Love the app but I really enjoyed seeing the community that has been formed between all the team that has worked so hard to make it happen.

Starting to see some real progress from our Orange Tree. Apparently the trick is you have to WATER these things.

Cam played a great game today! (Scored 4 goals but who's counting right?)

Had this convo today : Him: “How old is she?” Me: “Six Months.” Him: “She’s cute.” Me: “Thanks man.” Him: “I got a little girl on the way. My girl’s six months pregnant.” Me: “Man, that’s great! Congratulations! Little girls are awesome, she’s gonna change your life.” Him: “I know, It’s crazy. It’s a big deal. Wasn’t really planning on it. Don’t think I’m ready.” Me: “We’re never really ready. But you’ll be fine. You’ll do a great job.” Him: “Yeah, I’m just too young though. I’m still a kid.” Me: “How old are you?” Him: “Twenty-Three.” Me: “Nah, You’re not a kid.” Him: “You know what I mean. I still feel like a kid.” Me: “You may feel like a kid, but you’re not. You’re a man, and you’re about to be a dad. You know the difference between a man and a kid?” Him: “What?” Me: “A man takes responsibility for his actions. He steps up even when he doesn’t feel like it. You seem like the kind of guy who’s gonna step up. I can tell. You’re gonna be a good Dad.” Him: “I just don’t know what to do.” Me: “Man, I’ve got three kids and I still don’t know what to do!” Him: “For real!?!” Me: “Seriously! I’m still figuring it out. But you don’t really have to know a lot. Ninety percent of being a Dad is just being there. The worst thing you could do is nothing.” Him: “Well, I’m not gonna leave. I’m gonna take care of her.” Me: “I know you will. But here, take this. (handed him my business card) That’s got my number and email on it. When you do feel like quitting, and you will, we all do at some point, call me.” Him: “Ok, thanks, I will. (looks at card) You’re a Pastor? (gets an embarrassed look on his face).” Me: “Yeah, don’t hold it against me. (My daughter starts crying) Alright man, I gotta go. She’s getting crazy. Seriously call me if you need anything.” Him: “I will.” Me: “(As I’m walking away) Oh hey, one more thing. Do you have a job?” Him: “Yeah, kind of.” Me: “Kind of? You probably need to get a job. Kids are expensive.” Him: “(Laughing) Yeah that’s what I hear! Thanks!” I’m not sure how it is I tend to have so many conversations like this in the middle of the most random places. Maybe I just need to open a church in a Walmart. #dadlife #fatherhood

The Orange Tree I bought Lindsay for Mothers Day is finally starting to bloom. Was beginning to think I got a dud.

Guys, you do know that all your friends on Instagram and Facebook can see every image, video or article you “like”, don’t you? Maybe you didn’t know that’s how it worked. Maybe you didn’t know that on the same account that we see you post how much you love God, your wife, your kids and your church. The same place where you post your favorite Bible Scriptures, pictures of your bible study notes, the small group lesson you’re about to teach, or how you can’t wait for worship this weekend, we also see every inappropriate picture or video you “like”. Maybe you didn’t know that, or maybe you do and you just don’t care. But you should care. Because it’s a problem. Because just like the pictures you post are a window into your life, this content that you are looking at and endorsing with your “likes” is a window into your heart. And maybe you’ve convinced yourself that’s it’s “not a big deal”, “It’s just Instagram, it’s not like I’m looking at porn.” Well, you’re wrong. It is a big a deal. Here’s something else you may not know, it’s hurting you. It’s hurting your marriage. It’s hurting your testimony. It’s hurting your ministry. It’s hurting your potential to reach the people around you. It’s hurting your relationship with God. It’s only getting bigger and it’s won’t just go away on it’s own. I’m not judging you. I’m concerned about you. I’m trying to help you. I’ve seen too many men lose too much, because of something they thought was so little, that became uncontrollable. So stop right now. Take a minute and listen to the Holy Spirit. Is this for you? That offense or anger you may be feeling right now may not be anger at all, but loving conviction from the Lord. Repent. Ask the Lord to forgive you. Ask Him to free you. Call your Pastor, a church leader, a mentor or a friend that won’t judge you but walk beside you through this process of freedom. (And if you are married, let them help you talk to your wife) And then, delete your Instagram or Facebook. It may seem extreme, but I can assure you that what you are gaining far outweighs what you are losing. Today could be the best day you’ve had in a long time.

I'm so proud of how well Cameron and his whole team played today in their first game. (He was the "captain" today, got to flip the coin)

Reese: "Daddy, can you paint yellow shoes on Princes Celestia?" Me: "Yes, yes I can." #dadlife

Cameron's first soccer game & he scored his first career goal! Ran straight off the field to give me a hug to celebrate.

I was wondering why there were so many wasps every time I sat down, this was under the chair.

Cam got to meet his new teacher and see his new classroom today. He's excited for his last year of pre-k!

It was a good day but now I'm ready to see @lindsay1019 and the kiddos.

Country living | morning hunt & then throw some cast iron posts on the fire, introduce yourself to everyone and them eat!

So much life and community already happening on the @MyGateway App & we still have a few hours before it launches to the church! #churchlife

One last rally before the @MyGateway launch for @gatewaypeople! @shawnring leading the charge.

I wish I could say these were my kids snack, but that would be a lie. I can't get enough of these things!

Can't fit all the people who just gave their lives to Christ @GatewayGRP in this picture. #newlife