I didn’t start Foundation Builders because I had it all figured out. I started it because I needed it myself.
There came a point in my life where I realized the cracks in my foundation were showing — stress, financial strain, physical fatigue, and spiritual drift. I was surviving, not leading. And if I was going to be the man God called me to be — in my home, in my community, and in my work — I needed to rebuild from the ground up.
This blog is an invitation to join me on that journey. I don’t claim to be a guru or a coach. I’m just a brother who’s decided to take God at His word, manage what’s in my hands, and grow stronger — one disciplined day at a time.
📖 Rebuilding My Mind Through Scripture
One of the most powerful shifts began with Romans 12:2:
“Do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind…”
I started digging into the Bible not just to check a box, but to actually renew my mind. My Bible study became less about quantity and more about clarity. I would take one passage and sit with it all week, asking:
- What does this say about God?
- What does this say about me?
- What does this require of me today?
Right now, I’m studying Proverbs — wisdom straight from the mouth of God for daily living. It reminds me that leadership starts with character, not charisma.
🧘🏾♂️ Learning to Be Still: My Meditation Practice
Before I reach for my phone in the morning, I try to reach for stillness. Some days, it’s five minutes of silence, focusing on my breath. Other days, I meditate on a single verse — just repeating it slowly and letting it sink in.
This practice has helped me manage stress, stay present, and connect with God beyond just words. If you’ve never tried meditating on scripture, start with Psalm 1. Set a timer for 3-5 minutes. Sit still, breathe, and let that verse become a part of you.
💰 Getting Free from Debt and Consumerism
For years, I thought making more money would solve my problems — until I realized I had a spending problem, not just an income problem.
I started tracking every dollar. Not just to pinch pennies, but to learn what I actually value. I asked myself:
- Why am I buying this?
- Does this align with my goals or feed my impulses?
One major shift for me was realizing that debt is often a symptom of misplaced desires. I didn’t need more stuff. I needed more discipline, more contentment, more vision. Stewardship isn’t about scarcity — it’s about purpose.
🩺 Managing Pain: Strengthening My Body and Soul
Pain has a way of humbling you. Whether it’s back tightness, inflammation, or fatigue, I’ve had to face the truth: I can’t lead well if I’m physically worn down.
For me, managing pain has become a discipline — stretching, walking, hydrating, eating whole foods, and getting good rest. But it’s also spiritual. When I feel weak, I remember 2 Corinthians 12:9:
“My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.”
Pain reminds me I’m not invincible, but it also reminds me I’m not alone.
🎧 Feeding My Mind: What I’m Listening To
I’ve started trading music and mindless scrolling for audiobooks that build me up. Here are a few that have impacted me lately:
- “The Richest Man in Babylon” – for timeless financial wisdom.
- “Atomic Habits” by James Clear – for building better routines.
- “Boundaries” by Dr. Henry Cloud – for managing relationships and priorities.
I listen while I drive, walk, or cook — always trying to feed my mind with truth.
🧱 An Invitation to Build With Me
You don’t have to change your whole life overnight. Just pick one brick and lay it today.
- Read one verse.
- Meditate for five minutes.
- Track your spending this week.
- Go for a walk and breathe deeply.
- Choose wisdom over impulse.
Foundation Builders isn’t about perfection — it’s about progress. Let’s grow stronger together.
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