Author David Grimm
Welcome Back!
The Pursuit Welcome Back! I've been pretty silent over these last several weeks during our restaurant remodel on purpose. I've been using this time as a sort of reset. I've been trying to take this time to connect deeper with the Lord and work on a few things. I've had some time to work on a few of these projects while our restaurant is being remodeled. One of those projects has been my upcoming book, "Unlikely Candidate," which I hope to release soon, and I've even made good headway on a...
Tasty Fruit, Not Sour Lemons (Part 1)
Key Verse “But the Holy Spirit produces this kind of fruit in our lives: love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control. There is no law against these things!”—Galatians 5:22–23 (NLT) Tasty Fruit, Not Sour Lemons (Part 1) The Idea We live in a world brimming with challenges—whether they’re global crises, interpersonal conflicts, or the everyday stresses that weigh on our hearts. It’s all too easy to get swept up in negativity, letting anger or...
When To Pause (Part 2)
In Part 1, we explored the wisdom found in James 1:19–20—being quick to listen, slow to speak, and slow to get angry. We also discussed communication expert Jefferson Fisher and his advice: “Take a pause before responding. Let your first word be your breath.” Now, let’s get into the real-world application of what we’ve called the “pause principle.” When To Pause (Part 2) Why the Pause Matters Pausing before you respond is more than just a neat communication trick; it’s a way to ensure the...
When to Pause (Part 1)
“Understand this, my dear brothers and sisters: You must all be quick to listen, slow to speak, and slow to get angry. Human anger does not produce the righteousness God desires.” – James 1:19–20 NLT WHEN TO PAUSE (PART 1) Have you ever noticed how easy it is to respond before we fully process what someone is saying? We often jump in with our own thoughts or defenses without genuinely listening to understand. If what’s being shared is critical, frustrating, or even negative, the conversation...
Choose Joy, Not Complaints
“Do everything without complaining and arguing,” – Philippians 2:14 NLT CHOOSE JOY, NOT COMPLAINTS It’s so easy to get caught up in all the negative…. Let’s remember that choosing joy over complaints not only brightens our own outlook but also inspires others. Let's do it all with a great attitude & encourage one another along the way! “Do everything without complaining and arguing,” – Philippians 2:14 NLT Have you ever found yourself slipping into a cycle of negativity—constantly pointing...
Broken Equipment, Unbroken Faith
Broken Equipment, Unbroken Faith We’ve been through a season these last three months that walloped us. Our restaurant’s grand reopening came in as the second worst in Chick‑fil‑A history—definitely not a trophy I’m proud to claim. On top of that, every piece of equipment seemed to break down multiple times, leading to sky-high repairs. We had to make tough personnel changes while guests told us we’d “gone downhill.” Add sickness sweeping through my home and friends, plus forgoing a paycheck...
You Only Need To Ask
“If any of you lacks wisdom, you should ask God, who gives generously to all without finding fault, and it will be given to you.” – James 1:5 NIV You Only Need To Ask Have you ever felt stuck, unsure of what to do next, or overwhelmed by decisions that seem too big to handle? Maybe you’ve spent hours weighing your options, analyzing every possible outcome, and still come up empty-handed. If you’ve ever been in that place, you’re not alone. The good news is that you don’t have to figure it out...
Trust The Process
“Commit your way to the Lord, Trust also in Him, And He shall bring it to pass.” – Psalms 37:5 NKJV Trust The Process Have you ever had a dream or goal that felt so big you weren’t sure how it could possibly happen? Maybe you’ve tried to map out every step, anticipate every hurdle, and strategize your way to success, only to feel overwhelmed. It’s easy to carry the weight of our plans ourselves, thinking we need to have it all figured out. This verse from Psalms offers a different approach...
Seeing His Goodness
“Blessed be the Lord, Who daily loads us with benefits, The God of our salvation! Selah.” – Psalms 68:19 NKJV Seeing His Goodness Have you ever stopped to think about how God’s goodness shows up in your life every single day? Not just on the good days, when everything goes as planned, but even on the hard ones—the ones filled with unexpected challenges like a sudden job loss, heartbreak from a broken relationship, or setbacks in your health or finances? This verse in Psalms reminds us of a...
HAVE YOU TRIED HIS WAY?
“The thief does not come except to steal, and to kill, and to destroy. I have come that they may have life, and that they may have it more abundantly.” – John 10:10 NKJV Have You Tried His Way? We’ve all been there—trying to figure out life on our own terms, doing things our way, and hoping for the best. It feels empowering at first, doesn’t it? The thrill of being in control, making decisions, and chasing dreams your way. If you’re like me, you’ve probably hit those moments when your way...
Whoever Means You
“For ‘whoever calls on the name of the Lord shall be saved.’” – Romans 10:13 NKJV Whoever Means You It doesn’t matter who you are. It doesn’t matter what you’ve done. It doesn’t matter how often you’ve fallen short or how far you feel from God. This promise in Romans 10:13 is one of the most beautiful, hope-filled truths in Scripture: whoever means you. So often, we disqualify ourselves from God’s grace. We tell ourselves that we’ve messed up too many times or that we’re just not “good...