Most couples spend countless hours planning a wedding. They compare venues, taste cakes, choose flowers, and debate the guest list. Those things aren’t wrong—they’re part of celebrating a special day. But there’s a question I wish more couples asked long before they started planning a wedding. Is God actually calling us to marriage? That’s a…
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It’s a question more and more Christian couples are asking. Housing costs are high. Rent isn’t getting any cheaper. Living together can seem like a practical solution. “We’ll save money.” “We’ll spend more time together.” “We’re committed to each other anyway.” On the surface, it sounds reasonable. But before making a decision based on convenience,…
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If you’re a parent, grandparent, youth leader, mentor—or even a Gen Zer yourself—I have a challenge for you. We hear a lot about today’s generation. We know they’re growing up in a world that’s vastly different from the one their parents experienced. But how much do we really know about them? Before you peek at…
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What is the answer to the question in this article’s title? What does it look like? It’s a question I’ve been asking young adults for years, and honestly, it’s one most of us have never stopped to consider. We spend so much time talking about becoming independent that we rarely stop to ask what kind…
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Moving out on your own is exciting—but it can also feel overwhelming. Whether you’re leaving for college, starting your first full-time job, or moving into your own place, this season comes with a lot of change. Even positive change can bring uncertainty, and it’s completely normal to feel anxious as you learn to navigate adulthood.…
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Q: Adult-o-Nomics shares insights and encouragement from high school and college students, parents, and your own experience as a youth pastor and father of four. What led you to write it? A: I wrote it because I see so many young adults struggling with anxiety after moving out on their own. By asking around, I…
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I’ve never loved carpools. There’s something uncomfortable about giving up control of the wheel—especially when I’m not the one driving. What if I want to stop for coffee? Or do I need to leave early? What if the driver takes a route I wouldn’t choose? Truthfully, I like being in control. And if I’m honest,…
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“Keep your lives free from the love of money and be content with what you have, because God has said, ‘Never will I leave you; never will I forsake you.’”— Hebrews 13:5 (NIV) I sometimes think God created certain animals not to reflect His character but to remind us what He is not. Take the…
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When Life Recalculates: Finding Your Way as a Single Dad There was a time when I trusted my GPS more than my own instincts. Her name was Babs. She had a British accent, a lot of confidence, and a tendency to tell me exactly where to go. For a while, I depended on her completely…
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I was honored to be included in this article by PeggySue Wells and am grateful for the opportunity to share it with you. Father’s Day can be awkward. Stats tell us that one in four homes is single-parent-led, and those are primarily single moms. That’s a lot of women and kids with an empty place…
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Inspired by Dr. Watson’s open letter to fathers shared through Fathers.com several years ago, I wanted to revisit this message as Father’s Day approaches—because the heart behind it still feels just as relevant today. A few words of encouragement for the dads who quietly carry more than most people realize. Fatherhood comes with an incredible…
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March 2026 – The Blue Lake Christian Writers Conference hosted the Christian Indy Author Awards (a nationwide contest) where Tez’s book, “Adult-o-Nomics” won 1st Place in the Personal Growth category. The book was written for young adults ages 16-25 who are preparing for or already have moved into their own place away from their parents…
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I am excited to be speaking at the Blue Lake Christian Writers Conference this March 18–21, 2026! It’s a fantastic chance to learn, connect, and get inspired, all in a beautiful location just an hour from Destin, Florida. With only about 100 attendees, you won’t be overwhelmed. Grab your spot now at BLCWC.com!
Last of a 3-part interview with Tez Brooks, Author of The Single Dad Detour: Directions for Fathering After Divorce The Single Dad Detour: Directions for Fathering After Divorce (Kregel/February 27, 2015/ISBN: 978-0825443602 /$14.99). Q: Why are some men tempted to become absentee fathers? What are some of the consequences for their children…
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Part of a 3-part interview with Tez Brooks, Author of The Single Dad Detour: Directions for Fathering After Divorce The Single Dad Detour: Directions for Fathering After Divorce(Kregel/February 27, 2015/ISBN: 978-0825443602 /$14.99). Q: Divorce often leaves a man feeling broken and depressed, yet pressured to put on a brave front. How can…
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Most schools are out for the summer. It’s time for vacations and resting. Wrong! Not for single parents. For singles with kids, no school could mean no rest while they try to entertain the kids or keep them from boredom and trouble. Single moms and dads have to worry about the cost of childcare and…
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Tez appears again on “The Boundless Show” with Lisa Anderson Listen to Tez and Lisa discuss single parenting after divorce and what you can do to survive. Jump to timestamp 23:00 minutes
On the first week of February, Tez’s 20th book will release. This one comes from his experience doing premarital counseling. Couples using this resource will ask/answer ten questions each week (for ten weeks) on varying topics from commitment and communication to salvation and sex. Contact Tez to pre-order packs of ten or more (discounted) for…
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I had the privilege of being interviewed by The Boundless Show (a ministry of FOTF) twice in January. Once on the topic of single parenting and again on the topic of adulting. They wanted to promote both of my books on these topics. The Boundless Show is a ministry to adult Christian singles, in their…
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