Barbed Lessons: What Holds Us When Life Presses In
It’s 5 a.m. I’m sitting in a parking lot—alone. My wife and baby are safe at my parents’ house. And me? I’m here because something broke. The Breakdown That Led to a Revelation Yesterday, I thought I had it figured out. The RV kept shutting off while idling, so I replaced the idle air control […]
Why Jesus’ Authority Is Different From Everyone Else’s
Here’s the key distinction: Jesus can demand total allegiance because: He gave His life first He serves before He rules He lays down power instead of exploiting it He uses authority to heal, not dominate He points disciples outward, not inward “I no longer call you servants… I have called you friends.”— John 15:15 📌 […]
Money is Never the Mission
Money supports the mission, but it is never the mission. Our calling is discipleship—helping people form the attitude of Christ through prayer,praise,worship, love, selflessness, kindness, and compassion. We believe in stewardship, not obsession; generosity, not pressure. Fundraising is not about begging, but about inviting partnership in what God is already doing. Whether people give or […]
Battling the Bug: A Family’s Guide to Getting Back to Good Health
It’s a familiar scenario for many families: one sniffle turns into a cough, then a fever, and before you know it, the whole household is down for the count. When sickness sweeps through, especially with little ones involved, it can feel like an impossible task to get everyone back on their feet. But fear not! […]
Content Shift Update ❤️🚐
We wanted to share a quick update.We’re still doing Redemption on the Road interviews—but the constant driving and logistics just aren’t right for our family in this season. We don’t need that kind of pressure.So we’re shifting to Redemption on the Road: Vlogs.This will be simpler, more sustainable, and more honest. We’re inviting you into […]
Mobile Faith Studios — $100,000 Startup & Operations Budget
Executive Summary Mobile Faith Studios is a mobile media production studio designed to produce high-quality video, music, and documentary content while traveling to communities, churches, and families.This budget prioritizes durable assets, low overhead, and long-term sustainability, not luxury. The goal of this $100,000 raise is to: Fully outfit a road-ready mobile studio Ensure 12–18 months […]
What do we Really Need as a Family?
1. The Non-Negotiables (survival + dignity) These are the things life literally falls apart without. 🏠 Shelter Not luxury—safety. Protection from weather A place to sleep A place to cook & clean Stability (doesn’t have to be permanent) This can be: Apartment RV Shared housing Tiny home House Biblically: “Daily bread” includes a place to […]
Final Cut Pro vs. Premiere Pro – A Real-World Editor’s Take
As an everyday editor, I genuinely enjoy using Final Cut Pro more than Premiere Pro—and it mostly comes down to workflow and feel. Final Cut’s user interface is cleaner, smoother, and more intuitive. When you hit the spacebar, playback is instant. Marking footage is easy. The timeline is simple to navigate, and you’re rarely asking, […]
Redeeming the Time
Yesterday was one of those days—full, intense, and honestly a little overwhelming. But in the middle of the chaos, God was teaching us something important: redemption isn’t just about salvation—it’s about restoration to original purpose. Over the past few days here in the Bay Area, we’ve been visiting different churches. At one service, we heard […]
Redemption on the Road – Morning Manifesto
Short version Leader: This is a new day! Family: God is with us! Leader: We leave the past behind! Family: We move forward in faith! Leader: Why do we travel? Family: To love, serve, and tell God’s story! Long Version This is a new day. God’s mercy is new this morning. We release yesterday— the […]