The Catch of a Lifetime

This weekend, my 7-year-old daughter Reagan caught her very first fish—a catfish!

That might not sound like a big deal to some, but for our family, it was a moment I won’t forget.

For years, Reagan has watched her older brothers fish.

She wanted to join them, but honestly, she was intimidated.

Still, about a year ago, we got her a fishing pole of her own.

She’d try here and there, casting her line with hope, but each time came up empty.

Eventually, she started saying things like “I’m just not good at this” or “I’ll never catch one.”

As a dad, that’s hard to hear.

You want to fix it, to make it easier—but sometimes, the best thing you can do is encourage and wait.

And then, this weekend, it happened.

She cast her line… and caught one.

A real, whisker-faced, wriggling catfish.

The look on her face was pure joy and disbelief.

She did it.

What I admire most isn’t the fish—it’s her persistence.

Reagan kept trying, even when it was hard and discouraging.

Even when it looked like it would never happen.

It reminded me of this verse:

“Let us not grow weary in doing good, for at the proper time we will reap a harvest if we do not give up.” – Galatians 6:9

Sometimes the “harvest” looks like a job promotion or a big project finally coming together.

And sometimes?

It looks like a little girl, fishing pole in hand, finally reeling in the thing she almost gave up on.

So proud of Reagan—not just for catching the fish, but for showing me what perseverance really looks like.

Merril Hoge: “Find a Way. Everyday!”

One of the biggest highlights of the C-Suite for Christ Spring Savior Summit this May was spending time with our keynote speaker, Merril Hoge—former NFL running back and longtime ESPN analyst.

Before he took the stage, I had the privilege of sharing some meaningful time with him—just two guys talking life, football, the NFL Draft, and his incredible journey from the field to the broadcast desk.

What stood out most wasn’t just Merril’s achievements—it was his humility, his authenticity, and his unwavering faith.

When he took the mic, Merril delivered a message that hit home for everyone in the room.

His call to “Find a Way” challenged us to push through life’s obstacles with grit, resilience, and trust in Christ.

Whether you're battling personal trials, facing uncertainty in your career, or just trying to lead with purpose, his story reminded us that victory is possible—if we don’t give up.

“I can do all things through Christ who gives me strength.” – Philippians 4:13

That verse captured the heart of Merril’s talk.

His journey—from overcoming serious injuries in the NFL to fighting through a life-threatening illness—showed us that when you anchor your life in Christ, you will find a way forward.

We’re making the full keynote recording available—if you’d like access, just reply to this email with the word “Merril” and we’ll tell you how to get your hands on it.

It’s one you don’t want to miss!

And while we’re on the topic, be sure to save the date for the next one!

The C-Suite for Christ Summer Savior Summit will be held August 5-7 at Houston Christian University in Houston, TX.

Tickets will be going on sale this week. Be sure to get yours while you can!

We pray you’ll join us there as we continue building a community of faith-driven leaders committed to making Christ known in the workplace and beyond.

A Small Thank You — With a Big Purpose

To everyone who’s supported, encouraged, and journeyed with me—thank you.

Your presence and partnership mean more than you know.

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