When I was in college, I resolved to serve the church wherever it was or should be. That desire led me to serve congregations in California, Michigan, Israel, Texas, and now Kentucky My undergraduate and graduate training emphasized Bible study and exposition, which skills I am glad to use to encourage the faith of others. My wife Mariah and I love the Lord and each other. Our gracious heavenly Father has given us six children on earth to love and train toward mature adulthood, as well as a beloved daughter-in-law and granddaughter to be born late summer 2019.