A boy disappears in a quiet town, and the truth hiding in the field changes everything...

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In this tape, I open up about one of the hardest seasons of my life — a season marked by loss, confusion, and heartbreak. I share the story of my daughter Aya, the challenges my wife and I faced during her high‑risk pregnancy, the chaos of her early birth, and the pain of losing her shortly after bringing her home. I talk about the anger, the numbness, the questions I had for God, and the moments when I felt completely alone.

But even in the middle of all that pain, God was calling me. Calling me to speak. Calling me to heal. Calling me to share a story I never wanted to tell, because someone else might need it.

This tape is for anyone walking through grief, heartbreak, or a season that doesn’t make sense. It’s a reminder that God is close to the brokenhearted, that He meets us in the mess, and that even when life breaks you, He still holds you.

In this tape, I open up about some of the darkest seasons of my life — losing people I loved, sitting alone for days, and wondering if life was even worth living. I talk about church hurt, loneliness, and the moments when I felt completely unqualified and unseen.

I also share the moment I realized God never left me. Even in the silence. Even in the anger. Even when I was convinced I had nothing left to offer.

This tape is a raw look at the pain that shaped me and the grace that carried me. And maybe, as you listen, it becomes a moment that shifts something in your story too.

In this tape, you’ll hear me mention “Chosen, Not Qualified.” Since recording, the direction of this podcast has shifted, and the name has been reborn as The Black Tapes — the same heart, the same message, but now with the freedom to speak without filters.

This tape is all about the moment everything shifted for me — the moment God called me back even when I didn’t feel ready, steady, or qualified. I talk about the tension of feeling unprepared while still knowing deep down that God was pulling me toward something bigger than my fear.

Inside this tape, I share:

• My turning point moment

• Why God calls imperfect people

• What obedience looks like when you’re unsure

• How purpose often starts before you feel prepared

This is one of the foundational tapes in the archive — the moment God interrupted my life and redirected my path.

If you’ve ever felt unworthy, unprepared, or not enough, this tape is your reminder that God doesn’t wait for you to be qualified. He calls you, and then He shapes you.