Which food, when you eat it, instantly transports you to childhood?

Peanut butter sandwiches, Chef Boy-r-dee ravioli, and Mac and cheese. I think back to the time when my parents were still together when I have these.

What countries do you want to visit?

Israel. It was given to the Jewish people over 4,000 years ago by God and I’d like to see the places spoken of in the Bible.

What are the most important things needed to live a good life?

A life committed to Jesus and your family brings a good life to you without any real trials. That’s how I’ve lived for the last 32 years.

Who do you spend the most time with?

I have a wonderful wife of 32 years and two little Dachshunds and my church family as well. I don’t need to spend time with anyone else.

Describe your dream chocolate bar.

Milk chocolate outside with a creamy chocolate inside.

Describe one simple thing you do that brings joy to your life.

I was called to do this and I will do it until my last breath.

How do you know when it’s time to unplug? What do you do to make it happen?

There’s a time for everything to happen but most of the important things won’t happen until you put your toys (screens of any kind) down.

What quality do you value most in a friend?

Sincerity. I don’t want a friend who is fake like so many on social media today.

What jobs have you had?

I worked as a grunt for a company building towers for electric distribution in South Florida after graduation from high school. Then, I was in the Air Force until my Mom got sick. Then, I drove an ambulance and became an EMT. I did this for four years before going to the fire academy to become a firefighter for another five years. That takes my work life up to 1990. I’ve had a number of other jobs since then but the most fulfilling job was being a dad and a pastor from 2011 to 2019. Nothing else even comes close.

Do you practice religion?

Religion is a practice and it is one of the ways that Satan traps the world. Being a Christian is having a relationship with Jesus.