The Century of Self, a 5-Day Birthday, and the Wisdom of Empty Hands
To most people, the Book of Ecclesiastes is incredibly depressing. But for me, it brings a profound sense of peace — the raw truth of the world's wisest man, Solomon.
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Micah's ongoing blog — honest reflections on grief, faith, fatherhood, and healing.
The Fear of the Lord, Darth Vader, and the Debate I Lost to My Son
As I listen to James Earl Jones narrate the Bible, I'm reminded of Cash's love for Darth Vader — and the debate about the fear of the Lord that he won. A SOAP devotional on Proverbs 9:10.
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The Bridge, the Downhill, and the Step-by-Step Trust
Every day I run the bridge that sits in plain view from my balcony — a reflection on step-by-step faith, Proverbs 27:1, and trusting God one day at a time.
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The Sacrifice, a Leap of Faith, and Our Final, Glorious Year
A reflection on stepping out in blind faith to provide a Christian education for my son, Cash — and the glorious final year God gave us together.
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The Viper's Bite, the Pit of Lust, and the Grace of a Third Try
A raw reflection on how alcohol destroyed relationships, the pit of lust, and the grace of a third marriage — a reflection on Proverbs 23, Psalm 142, and God's redemptive mercy.
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The Orange Out, the Yachts, and the Rare Jewel of Wisdom
August 28th marks the first Orange Out for Cash — a profound privilege to honor my son. A reflection on Proverbs, the rare jewel of wisdom, and releasing our plans to the Lord's purpose.
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Crepuscular Rays, Sirens, and the Weight of Folly
A rare sunset, a flood of sirens, and the conviction to let my words bring life instead of folly — a reflection on Proverbs, grief, and the pure heart of my son, Cash.
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The Fire in the Lap, a Son's Purity, and a Love That Endures
Today's reading in Proverbs hit me with a crushing weight. As I read through the verses warning against adultery and the traps of sexual sin, my mind immediately went to my son, Cash.
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The Quarter-Inch Leaf and the Master's Pruning Shears
Walking through the kitchen today, my eyes caught something completely out of place on the clean floor. It startled me for a second, so I bent down to pick it up. It was a tiny, dried-up leaf, maybe a quarter of an inch long.
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What an absolute day of excitement. It started the moment I opened my eyes this morning. I woke up at exactly 6:36 a.m.—it is always my little wink that Cash is right here with me...
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The Pruned Gardenia, the Osprey, and the Ashes of Job
I just returned home from a beautiful European cruise through Spain, Italy, and France. Unplugging was necessary, but it left me two days behind on my reading plan...
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Dragons, the Leviathan, and the Praise in the Taking
While traveling through Italy, I spotted a carving of a sea monster on the Leaning Tower of Pisa. Thinking about ancient beasts and the Leviathan of Job 41, I am reminded that the Lord gives and takes away — praise be His name.
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The Behemoth, a True Friend, and the Unexpected Joy of Our First Book
Whenever I travel up to Lynchburg for the heaviest of days, Jason Cudd has been a steadfast refuge. Out of his new joy came a brilliant idea for a children's book: Hicca the Hippopotamus.
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Hearing God in the Hush
I sat in the quiet this morning, Bible open, waiting. I have said it several times over the last few days: Lord, Your servant is listening...
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The Camouflage of Sleep: 1,000 Ways to Rest, and the Only One That Works
I woke up this morning with a concept burning in my mind. I am certain the Holy Spirit dropped the framework for a new book right into my lap...
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The Modern Census, the Courtyard Fire, and the Day of Atonement
Reading through 2 Samuel 24 today, I was struck by the story of King David taking a census of his fighting men. At first glance, counting your troops seems like standard leadership...
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The $120,000 Ego Trip, a Shattered Heart, and One Last Battle
I remember sitting in my car May 2007, staring at a check for $120,000, and just laughing. I was marveling at how great God is...
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Eyes Up to Heaven
I woke up today with a heavy, agonizing weight on my chest. My mind was consumed by the final moments of my son's life...
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The Exorcism on the Stage: How a Stranger Broke My Chains
There is an ongoing debate in some church circles about whether or not a believer can be heavily oppressed or even possessed by an evil spirit...
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The Return of Strength, Spiritual Warfare, and the Holy Fear of Healing
I woke up today with something entirely different on my mind. It's 5:30 a.m., and for the second week in a row, I am experiencing consistent sleep...
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When Grief Tries to Convince You It's Your Fault
There is a dark, agonizing place that the minds of grieving parents often go to, a place that is rarely talked about out loud...
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Second Father's Day Without My Son
This is my second Father's Day without my son, Cash Gaudio. Early yesterday morning I was going through years of photos of us together...
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Father Forgets (Modernized for 2026)
Listen, buddy. I'm saying this while you're fast asleep, one little hand tucked under your cheek, your hair still damp and sticking to your forehead.
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A Father's Day Message — Unscripted
This Father's Day, I want to announce the launch of My Only Son Publishing. I created it with one goal: to publish nineteen books, one for each year of my beloved son, Cash Gaudio's life.
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