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Blue Line Ministry Blue Line Ministry is a not for profit Christian faith based organization with a mission of leading fellow police officers, and their families to Christ.

Blue Line Ministry also works to provide peer counseling, and financial assistance through outside donations to the families of fallen and injured police officers, and other first responder families in need.

10/08/2026

As we all know and have seen, deputies, police officers, and other first responders can be a bit… “strong‑willed.” I know I’m guilty of being stubborn at times; my wife will definitely attest to that, and I have to remind myself to stay open‑minded and receptive. The truth is, being humble is a strength, and being willing to take constructive instruction is a blessing. It really does help us grow and succeed in what we’re called to do.

“Listen to advice and accept discipline, and at the end you will be counted among the wise.” – Proverbs 19:20

Somewhat related is another thing many of us struggle with: patience with youth and inexperience. It’s easy to get frustrated or wonder why someone didn’t know something that seems obvious. But then I have to step back and remember that I’ve been blessed with knowledge, wisdom, and experience over the years. That’s not something to guard or grumble about; it’s something to share. I should embrace those opportunities to help others grow.

“Therefore, encourage one another and build each other up, just as in fact you are doing.” – 1 Thessalonians 5:11

“As iron sharpens iron, so one person sharpens another.” – Proverbs 27:17

At the end of the day, our strength as a first responder family isn’t just about how we handle the tough calls out there; Lord knows there are plenty of those. It’s also about how we treat each other and help grow the ones who will replace us when we’re gone. When we stay teachable, when we’re patient with those still learning, and when we use our experience to lift others instead of tearing them down, we all grow stronger together. When I was an FTO, I always tried to train my trainees to become my beat partner one day, and maybe even save my bacon.

As iron sharpens iron, when we choose to grow together, we honor God, support our first responder family with integrity, creating a culture the next generation can be proud to step into.

Proverbs 8:32 reminds us that there’s real blessing in walking with wisdom and staying true to what’s right. In this job...
09/27/2026

Proverbs 8:32 reminds us that there’s real blessing in walking with wisdom and staying true to what’s right. In this job, we learn quickly how much that matters.

Most of us have experienced the personal cost of the career path we chose. This career of service will test you: your patience, your resolve, your sense of self. It’s not for people who want an easy road, and it’s definitely not for those with thin skin or shaky purpose.

When we began this noble career, things changed, almost from the beginning. Some friends and even family started seeing us differently. Conversations felt different. You “became one of them”, a deputy, or a police officer. Sometimes people, even friends and family, avoid you or keep their distance. But when life hits hard, when the moment is bigger than them, you’re the one they call.

I’ve told my squads for years: as deputies, we’re a lot like dentists. People avoid us until there’s a “toothache”, a crisis, a problem they can’t fix, then they want us there immediately. And once the pain or crisis subsides, they drift right back to their normal lives. It can feel thankless, but it’s the reality of the work.

Here’s what matters: you have become part of the few called and chosen who can carry this load. Less than 3% of society can do what you do, shift after shift, call after call. Your heart will be tested, as will your faith; in both yourself and in others, the calling you answered will be pushed.

Take comfort and strength in knowing, as a police officer or deputy, you are a member of a unique family. We walk this road together, we learn from each other, and we lean on and support each other. Despite everything, we show up because our communities need us, even when they don’t always understand us.

But that’s okay; Scripture says, “Many are called, but few are chosen.” (Matthew 22:14). That hits differently when you look at the men and women standing next to you. This is a God-ordained calling. You weren’t just called; you stepped forward. You stayed, you learned, and you grew. You are among the ones chosen to shoulder the weight of this calling that others can’t or won’t.

You matter more than you know; your community needs you, despite what we may sometimes hear.

This week, Midwest Wood Creations and Blue Line Ministry donated several items to the Arizona chapter of C.O.P.S. for a ...
09/11/2026

This week, Midwest Wood Creations and Blue Line Ministry donated several items to the Arizona chapter of C.O.P.S. for a private event being held on September 12th up in Prescott.

This incredible organization provides support, resources, and healing for Arizona law enforcement families and co-workers after a line-of-duty death. Take a moment and learn more about this worthwhile organization and what you can do to help support them.

https://www.copsarizona.org/

C.O.P.S. Arizona | Supporting Families of Fallen Law Enforcement Officers

09/02/2026

I came across Proverbs 10:9 today, and it struck me how closely this verse speaks to who we are as Deputies, Police Officers, and First Responders. The most valuable thing we carry isn’t issued to us. It’s not our badge, our vest, or our weapon. It’s our integrity.

I once heard integrity defined as “doing the right thing when no one is watching.” I’d add that it also means not doing the wrong thing when no one is watching, because sooner or later, the truth rises to the surface.

“Whoever walks in integrity walks securely, but whoever takes crooked paths will be found out.” - Proverbs 10:9

When integrity becomes damaged or compromised, the trust our community places in us, and our ability to serve well, begins to erode. That trust is hard-earned and easily lost, and this verse is a reminder of just how important it is to protect it.

We’re serving in challenging and often discouraging times. Some days it feels like the sacrifice, commitment, and personal cost we pay can go unnoticed. But even in those moments, we’re called to stay grounded in who we are. To hold to our integrity. To keep choosing what is right and just, even when it’s tough, even when no one sees it.

Thank you for all you do and be assured the One who is most important knows and sees all we do.

Dax and I were out for our morning walk when my thoughts drifted back over the events of the past week. One conversation...
08/30/2026

Dax and I were out for our morning walk when my thoughts drifted back over the events of the past week. One conversation, in particular, stayed with me. I had spoken with one of my deputies who was having a difficult day. When I asked what was going on, his first words were, “I woke up today.” Those four simple words carry more value and meaning than we often stop to recognize. Waking up today is not something money, status, or possessions can secure. Many were not given the gift of another morning. Each day is a gift from God, an invaluable opportunity to live, grow, trust Him, and serve Him with purpose.

Every new day is a reminder that God is not finished with us. Even when life feels heavy, uncertain, or impossible, faith gives us the strength to keep moving forward. Scripture tells us, “Now faith is confidence in what we hope for and assurance about what we do not see” (Hebrews 11:1). We may not understand every season we walk through, but we can trust the One who holds our lives in His hands.

Perseverance does not mean pretending the challenges we face are easy. It means choosing to remain faithful while God strengthens us through it. James 1:2-4 teaches that the testing of our faith produces perseverance, and that perseverance helps us become mature and complete. Romans 5:3-5 also reminds us that suffering produces perseverance, perseverance produces character, and character produces hope. In other words, God can use even our hardest days to shape something lasting within us.

So let us not take this day, or any day, for granted. Let us own it, embrace it, and give thanks for it. “This is the day that the Lord has made; let us rejoice and be glad in it” (Psalm 118:24). And 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).

Every morning we wake up is another opportunity to serve the Lord, walk by faith, persevere through challenges, and live out the calling He has placed on our lives.

Today reminded me of something the Lord has been teaching me: time is a gift, and it moves quickly. This morning, I plan...
08/29/2026

Today reminded me of something the Lord has been teaching me: time is a gift, and it moves quickly. This morning, I planned to get a few things done in the shop before work, but Dax had other plans. When he looked at me like it was time for our walk, it was our time; I was reminded that some moments are too meaningful to rush past.

Later, as I celebrated the retirement of a friend and Christian brother, the message became even clearer: life is brief, and every season matters. We are not promised tomorrow; we can't go back, but we are given today to love well, walk faithfully, and be present with those God has placed in our lives.

“You don’t even know what tomorrow will bring, what your life will be! For you are like smoke that appears for a little while, then vanishes.” James 4:14

So today, choose to slow down, cherish what matters, and thank God for the simple reminders of His goodness. Don’t miss the moments that bring color, purpose, and meaning to your life; once they pass, they become memories, and worse, missed opportunities.

Dax and I were out on our walk this morning, enjoying the morning and the many faces we have come to recognize; both peo...
08/23/2026

Dax and I were out on our walk this morning, enjoying the morning and the many faces we have come to recognize; both people and their dogs. In the distance, I noticed a man I often see on our walks bent over. Maybe it is the sheep dog in me, but my eyes stayed on him. I watched a little closer than I might have on other mornings, paying attention to whether he was steady, whether he needed help, and whether something more serious might be going on.

As we got closer, he stood up and continued walking, but I still felt the need to check on him. When we reached him, I simply asked how he was doing and mentioned that I had seen him bent over. That small question opened the door to a kind conversation. He shared that he has back issues and sometimes must stop and stretch. We talked for several minutes, and by the time we went our separate ways, we knew each other by first name.

As first responders, we are trained to notice people, to look for signs that something may not be right, and to step in when someone may need assistance.

But today reminded me that assistance and caring do not always begin with lights, sirens, or an emergency call. Sometimes it begins on a quiet morning walk with a simple question: “Are you okay?” We all want to be seen, and we all have the chance to make someone else feel seen.

Take a moment today to acknowledge the person you pass often but have never really spoken to. A kind word, a caring question, or a few minutes of your time may be exactly what they need.

“Therefore, encourage one another and build each other up, just as in fact you are doing.” - 1 Thessalonians 5:11.

May God give us eyes to notice, hearts willing to care, and faith that moves us to encourage one another in both the ordinary moments and the urgent ones.

Watching the lightning and listening to the thunder tonight, I am again reminded of how there is a power so much greater...
08/10/2026

Watching the lightning and listening to the thunder tonight, I am again reminded of how there is a power so much greater than the burden we bear. At the end of the day, are my problems and complaints enough to change the coming storms? They are not, but the Lord who oversees all has that power, and with it the ability to influence and guide our lives, if we let Him.

Watching the lightning cut across the sky and hearing the thunder roll tonight, I’m reminded again that there is a power far greater than anything we face. We carry our own storms, the complaints, the frustrations, the weight of the job, but none of them have the strength to change what God commands.

The same God who governs the skies is the One who guides our steps, steadies our hearts, and leads us through every call, every challenge, every shift, every unknown, if we let Him.

“The Lord is my strength and my shield; my heart trusts in Him, and He helps me.” Psalm 28:7

The storm may be loud, but His voice is louder. The night may be dark, but His power is greater. Trust the One who oversees it all, the One who can influence, direct, and protect your life in ways no storm ever could.

Stand firm. Trust deeply. He is greater than anything we face.

I was visiting with a long-time friend today, and our conversation turned to the condition of the American family, espec...
08/09/2026

I was visiting with a long-time friend today, and our conversation turned to the condition of the American family, especially for those serving in law enforcement, fire, EMS, dispatch, corrections, and other first responder roles.

For first responder families, closeness can be challenged by long shifts, missed holidays, overnight calls, trauma exposure, fatigue, and the pressure of serving others. One loss many families feel is the family dinner table. Those meals were never just about food; they were moments of connection, conversation, encouragement, and shared life.

Scripture reminds us, “How good and pleasant it is when God’s people live together in unity” (Psalm 133:1). Acts 2:46 also shows believers breaking bread together in their homes with glad and sincere hearts, reminding us that shared meals can become sacred moments of gratitude, prayer, and community.

When families stop gathering, talking, listening, and praying together, distance can quietly grow. This is especially true for those who carry the weight of difficult calls, dangerous situations, public criticism, and emotional stress.

God calls us to teach, encourage, and love one another in our homes. Deuteronomy 6:6–7 reminds us to pass faith on through everyday life. First Thessalonians 5:11 tells us to encourage and build one another up. Colossians 3:14 teaches that love binds everything together in perfect harmony.

So this week, especially for law enforcement and first responder families: leave the phones on the counter, sit down together whenever the schedule allows, talk, pray, and choose connection. Whether it is Sunday dinner, breakfast after a night shift, or a quiet meal between calls, make the time you have count.

Recently, I spoke with an officer I have known for many years, an officer who has carried more than his share of heavy c...
08/07/2026

Recently, I spoke with an officer I have known for many years, an officer who has carried more than his share of heavy calls and burdens; more than many will ever experience in twice the time he has served. Years ago, he asked me why I became so deeply involved in woodworking during my time away from duty.

“You found a place of peace, an escape that allows your mind to step away from the mess, to focus on something your hands can shape, and to quiet the noise of the world.”

Over time, he came to understand it. In that, I believe there is a God-given lesson. Scripture reminds us:

“Come unto me, all ye that labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest.” – MT 11:28

For those who serve their communities on the front lines, carrying the weight of trauma, grief, and crisis, there must be room for restoration. Woodworking has become more than a craft for me; it has become a ministry of peace, reflection, and healing.

This is why, when I retire in a few years, I hope to mentor and open my shop as a place where fellow first responders can find quiet, fellowship, purpose, and the renewing peace that comes when we use our hands, still our hearts, and remember that God is near to the brokenhearted.

“The Lord is near to the brokenhearted.” - PS 34:18

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Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm
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