Yearly Archives

2026

Who Do You Know FamilyLeadershipSpiritual Growth

Who Do You Know

He wanted to get into the Air Force Academy. The physical part of the application process was rigorous but he passed. The other testing and associated interviews seemed to go well. But then there was the requirement of having a congressman’s nomination for an appointment…
Rick Wertz
September 9, 2026
Reconciliation FamilyLeadershipSpiritual Growth

Reconciliation

Hey Dad, how are you doing? Whether in the midst of newborn craziness, starting a new school year or dropping a child off at college, the fathering journey calls for intentionality to strengthen relationship through every season, every step of the way. Easier said than…
Rick Wertz
September 2, 2026
Heart-Turning Spiritual Growth

Heart-Turning

With five kids in the home, he had not thought about spending one-on-one time with any of the kids. Every activity was coordinated as a family for all to participate. The only exceptions were summer gatherings with extended family. But then his wife scheduled he…
Rick Wertz
August 19, 2026
All In or Not Spiritual Growth

All In or Not

Reflect on this past week – your waking hours, not including hours on the job. Tally the time spent in prayer, worship, Scripture and study of God’s word. Divide the number you come up with by 74. This is a way to quantify the status…
Rick Wertz
August 12, 2026