He didn’t just give us advice; he shared his own experiences, which made it easy for us to relate and feel comfortable being open and honest. 

One of the biggest things he taught us was the importance of always seeking Christ first, no matter what season of life or marriage we may be walking through. He reminded us that no marriage is perfect, that challenges are inevitable, but that keeping Christ at the center of our relationship makes all the difference.

That is something we have carried with us into our marriage and continue to remind each other of. We are thankful not only for the wisdom and encouragement he shared leading up to our wedding, but also for the genuine relationship we’ve continued to have with him since then. His guidance has truly left a lasting impact on us, and we know God will continue to use him and Amy to encourage and strengthen other marriages.