Author Archives: Matthew Deibler

Would you continue to compete in an empty stadium? Imagine fighting the greatest battle of your life with no fans… No loved ones screaming your name from the bleachers. No cheers from the crowd. No TV cameras. No reporters. No source to witness the outcome unfold. Just you and the invisible enemy. Would you haveContinue reading “The Empty Stadium”

This weekend my son and I were on our way to the park to take a walk. He was sitting in the backseat of the car enjoying a purple (grape) lollipop that he had earned for reaching the next milestone on his potty chart. He was quite pleased with his prize selection, and he askedContinue reading “Jesus Loves All Colors…”

Being a husband and a father is a great responsibility. You must lead by example. You must allow space for vulnerability in your home. If you don’t, you are leaving your family vulnerable. Quit the tough guy act. The strong man is sensitive, kind and faithful. The strong man is a reflection of The Father.

I have a challenge for all believers… It’s time to live your faith. It’s time TO BELIEVE.

I remember living 2,700 miles away from home and suffering with such intense anxiety that I found myself in a state of out of body dissociation, questioning my sanity. I remember receiving a phone call from my college sweetheart and fiancé at work who told me she had packed her things and left for herContinue reading “I Remember…”

In the midst of these uncertain times… …I invite you to receive God’s living water. Allow it to quench your thirst. Allow it to ground you. Be still and know.

Is your life busy? Or full? I remember busy well. Busy was a Monday flight to Seattle. By midweek the SF Bay Area. Then an early flight home on Friday followed by a race to my car to try and beat traffic and see my family for dinner. Busy with rental cars, hotel check-ins, VPNContinue reading “Busy or Full?”

Growing up, I was the popular kid. I ran with the in-crowd. To my peers, I came from a family that had it all together. I excelled at most things that I tried. Without any real effort I was an honor student. I was the quarterback of the football team and I broke records. IContinue reading “Be Careful with Idols”

In December 2019 I left my stable employment to accept the risk of starting over once again. 0 clients. $0 in revs. Blank slate. But the earning opportunity was fantastic. And the product offering matched my vision for the future evolution of the industry where I had spent the vast majority of my career. ItContinue reading “Live for God’s Promise”

The next leg of vulnerability is calling me. And I am finally ready to embrace it. 190 pages. 44,854 words. 1 powerful story in need of a home. Good vs evil. Light vs darkness. The battle is real. I am seeking support, my friends. If you have connections who may be able to help facilitateContinue reading “The Book Reveal”