The Origin Story

I’ve always had a passion for writing. I wrote my first short story at the age of nine on my backyard deck. This passion stayed with me through high school and it seemed like an obvious choice for my future.

In 2006, I met with my guidance counsellor at school to go over post-secondary options. I shared how I wanted to go into journalism. I figured since she had also taught me the past few years, she would be fully on board. I always did very well in her class. She looked at me with a straight face, scoffed at me and said “YOU want to be a writer?”, followed by a dismissed reaction. This hurt deeply and shattered my confidence.

I ended up eventually applying and got accepted into a journalism program in Toronto; however, due to my parents’ divorce happening at the time and a few other personal challenges, I decided to forgo the journalism program. After taking a year off from high school I went to college to study business. This led me to work in the golf industry and retail space for a few years.

A health scare in 2013 led to me eventually changing careers and left me looking for something to do at home. I would go on to spend eight months as a sports writer working remotely. I started off covering Canadian University sports and then transitioned to covering the Chicago Blackhawks, Toronto Raptors, Baltimore Ravens and the 2014 Winter Olympics.

In 2016, I went back to school, studying leadership and theology at a Bible College in British Columbia. During my time there I grew as a person, a writer, a businessman, a leader, and a man of God.

After returning home from Bible College in 2019, I started a leadership business with my brother, Craig. A few months into launching the business we were forced to pivot our entire business model and services to virtual due to the pandemic.

In 2021, I self-published my first book Focus Fuel, after paying thousands of dollars for an online course. The book didn’t do well, but I learned what not to do when creating a course - a valuable tool I hope will help aspiring writers.

As part of this business I had the privilege of teaching Lunch & Learns to small and medium sized businesses across North America, but one problem existed - I was told by a few clients not to share anything about my faith and that caused me to feel very limited and inauthentic.

In 2022, I got Long-Covid which led to some temporary heart complications and a plethora of mental health challenges. Unfortunately complications continued and I deal with chronic fatigue syndrome on a daily basis.

I am thankful that God continues to help me through each day.

In January 2026, I released my first YouTube video on the “Write and Witness” channel. In March 2026, I officially launched this website to share more encouragement to those looking to dive deeper into their faith.

2 Corinthians 12:9 says:

“But he said to me, ‘My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.’ Therefore I will boast all the more gladly about my weaknesses, so that Christ’s power may rest on me”

May Christ’s power rest on all of us as we gladly boast in our weaknesses.

What Does Write & Witness Mean?

Write & Witness = Faith in action through writing

• Write Faithfully → Your call to create content rooted in Christ

• Witness Boldly → Your call to share your story and impact others

• Trust God to Use Our Stories → Remember that the ultimate purpose isn’t self-glorification; it’s Kingdom impact

What does it mean?

Write & Witness is a mission: to write faithfully, witness boldly, and trust God to use our stories. It’s about living out our faith through words, sharing the hope of Christ, and impacting lives through storytelling.

Why should we do it?

Because God has given each of us a story and a calling. Our words can encourage, heal, and inspire others, while glorifying Him. Writing becomes more than a craft—it becomes a ministry.

How do we do it?

• Write Faithfully: Create content grounded in Scripture, truth, and your unique God-given voice

• Witness Boldly: Share your story, testimony, or teachings courageously with the world

• Trust God: Leave the results to Him. Your writing is a seed; God will grow it in His timing

Why is it important to me?

Because your story matters. Your faith matters. When you write and witness, you participate in God’s Kingdom work, bringing hope, encouragement, and transformation to others.

What value does it bring?

• Spiritual growth: Go deeper in your faith and get to know God’s Word in an intimate way

• Personal growth: Strengthen your faith and discipline as a writer

• Kingdom impact: Encourage, inspire, and impact lives through outreach

• Community: Connect with fellow believers on the same mission to grow deeper in faith

• Legacy: Leave behind stories and testimonies that point people to Jesus

It’s about living out our faith through words, sharing the hope of Christ, and impacting lives through storytelling.

Write & Witness Definitions

Write Faithfully

Definition: To create words, stories, and messages rooted in God’s truth, reflecting your faith and calling.
Action/Encouragement: Pick up your pen or laptop and write with intention. Your story matters.
Why it matters: Faithful writing honors God and equips others to grow in their walk with Him.

Witness Boldly

Definition: To share your story, message, or testimony courageously so that others encounter hope and truth.
Action/Encouragement: Don’t hold back. Let your words point to Christ and encourage others.
Why it matters: Bold witness spreads God’s Kingdom, inspires courage, and impacts lives far beyond what you see.

Trust God to Use Our Stories

Definition: To release control over outcomes, believing that God can take your words and multiply their impact for His glory.
Action/Encouragement: Write and share with confidence, knowing God can transform even the smallest message.
Why it matters: Trust allows God to work through you, turning your stories and testimony into ministry