Alright HERE WE GO — this is Stories from the House on Tuesday, January 13th, 2026, and if you’re new here, House of Worship is exactly what it sounds like… a church gathering in a bar. No programs. No production. No pretending. We traded all that stuff in so we can make time for PEOPLE.This week we’re recapping what went down at Growler’s Taphouse (8275 N. Silverbell Rd.) — and it turned into one of those Sundays where you start one place and end up somewhere totally different… in the best way. We talked about our “word” for 2026 (Proverbs 1:20–23), pulled out the whiteboard, enabling everybody is chewing on the truth together.Then we got into Exodus 4 — Moses’ excuses, God’s calling, and the tension we all live in: the world’s “requirements” vs God’s only requirement… Jesus. The theme that surfaced? We’re not receiving at full capacity because we’re holding onto something — fear, hurt, labels, perfection, control.And that led straight into Prayer Night where we watched the Steelers game in the background, ate pizza, and went to John 2 — not just “pour it out,” but bring it to Jesus and let Him transform it. And the real moment? Happened AFTER the teaching… when somebody opened up and the whole table came around him.If you’re looking for a polished church service, this isn’t it. If you want real people, real conversations, and Jesus at the center… welcome home.Join us Sundays @ 9:00amGrowler’s Taphouse — 8275 N. Silverbell Rd.

The football gods showed out and delivered an ABSOLUTELY EPIC weekend, and we’re breaking down every wild moment that made Super Wild Card Weekend what it was. We also look ahead to the final showdown as the Texans take on the Steelers with everything still on the line. On top of that, we dive into Spring Training and the absolute travesty that it’s no longer in Tucson, Arizona, because that still hurts. And before we wrap it up, we shout out two other podcasts that came up in the conversation — links to those episodes are down below.Snapback Chop:    • Arizona State Blackout in the Books and Ry...  (Begins at 4:26)Collective Thread Podcast:    • EP 7 | Don't Fight Alone | Meet Mike & Lau...  

We met back in North Carolina, made the move out to Arizona together, lived as roommates for a good stretch, and went through a whole lot of life side by side. Real seasons. Real stuff. Now life’s got us on opposite ends of the country, but that connection never stopped. Every Friday, we link up for an end-of-week recap, unpacking what God’s been teaching us, what we’re learning, and where we see Him leading. And right now, that conversation starts with what we believe the Lord is speaking as we look ahead to 2026.

We're hanging out at Growler's Taphouse talking life and counting down to the College Football Playoff. Kickoff between Miami and Ole Miss is at 5:30pm.

For the last year I've been fortunate enough to meet weekly with Wade Aaron. He is the founder of Christ's Reward and is sharing the gospel in all 50 states by carrying a 10 foot cross. For the last year he's poured into me and I felt that in 2026 those conversations weren't supposed to be reserved for me but instead, we'd bring others into the conversation so they too can benefit from the wisdom and experiences he's had sharing the gospel.

Stories from the House is where we slow down and talk about what actually happened at House of Worship this past weekend—the conversations, the moments, and what God was stirring in the room.This week, we centered on receiving a word from the Lord for 2026. Not predictions. Not hype. Just learning how to listen. Using Proverbs 1:20–23, we talked about wisdom calling out in public spaces, God’s willingness to speak, and what it looks like to turn our ear and respond when He does.It’s a reflection on real people, real questions, and real obedience.If you’re trying to discern direction…If you’re asking God what’s next…Or if you’re learning how to recognize His voice in the middle of everyday life…These are the stories from the house.

I don’t know what this is yet.No format. No plan. Just pressing record.I’m a lead who church in a bar, help people say yes to what God called them to, share the gospel, and equip others to do the same. When I’m not doing that, I love sports and will talk ball with anyone at any time.This isn’t a sermon.This isn’t a pitch.This isn’t polished.I'm pouring it out and done waiting for permission. Faith, calling, doubt, obedience, sports, and the tension of following Jesus without pretending you have it all figured out.If you feel called but stuck…If church burned you but God didn’t…If you’ve ever thought, “I don’t know what this is, but I know I need to start”…Welcome.Here goes nothing.