.Emergency.
“GO” said Jesus, “your faith has healed you." Mark 10:53
Emergency
A few weeks before our wedding, Kris and I were relaxing and watching television. It was towards the end of the night, and we were getting ready for bed. As I sat up to adjust to the other side of the couch, I felt a pain in my chest -- a sharp, stabbing pain, and I...
Tuscon, AZ
Tuscon, AZ
Matt and I hit the YMCA in the morning .. we've been pretty lucky with no YMCA membership, they have given us days where they don't charge us to use their gym which is great! This YMCA was a little bit smaller than the norm but did the job! The great thing about it is some how we've been finding YMCA"s and other great gyms less...
Mattie Montgomery from FOR TODAY.
Mattie Montgomery explains how he became the singer of the band For Today, and how he has come from Soccer player to Jesus follower. He tells us how his goal isn't to be a rockstar, but to walk perfectly align in God's path for his life.
Austin, TX
We played at Emo's today in Austin TX... one of the more fun shows and the room filled up quite fast. JB, Mason and I went to Pizza Hut for lunch .. then I read the bible and tried to relax my voice.. 15 songs has been a bit of a struggle this past few days but I have confidence that it will be back up to par by tomorrow. New tattoo is doing...
MATTHEW 14:22-32
Matthew 14:22-32 
This passage speaks about Jesus walking on water, while Peter and the other disciples were on a boat….They cried out that Jesus was a ghost but then realized it was Christ. Peter answered him “lord is it you, command me to come to you on the water”. He said “Come” so Peter got out of the...
Dallas, TX
Met up with my tattoo artist Tod Bain, great friend of ABR and AILD. I originally met him from the band Destroy the Runner.. old Solid State band that I grew very close to. That was 4 years ago.. he has a beautiful family and is an AMAZING tattoo artist.. So him and I have been working on my arm for close to a year now.. we've put in a total of...
Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
Woke up to realize we were in the middle of nowhere... We ended up walking a mile and a half to a mall which ended up being a complete bust! Apparently a few years back two gangs got into a shoot out in the middle of the mall.. so their are only really 5 stores open in that mall now... what a bummer that gangs ruined an entire mall.. We walked...
Houston, TX
So yesterday we had an off day which was well needed! I got to talk on the phone with a Pastor I really look up to name Dr. Mike Brown, I had a bible study, studying Matthew and the time where Jesus and Peter walked on water..
I worked a lot on Heart Support and connecting with family and friends on the phone. It was a much needed day off,...
Jeremy from A DAY TO REMEMBER.
Jeremy McKinnon is the singer for A Day To Remember, he speaks with Jake Luhrs about being a touring musician and what he had to do to get to where he is today. That we need to focus on our goals to make our dreams become a reality. We can all live out our dreams. Very inspiring!
Addicted.. to empty words.
When people speak of addiction, I tend to automatically think of a substance. I’ve never been a drinker, smoker,or anything of that sort, but for me things like food tend to come into play a lot more (You don’t maintain a physique like mine without hearty doses of ice cream, chocolate and other horrible concoctions). However, over the past...
Tampa, FL
So I started out Tampa with a broken iPhone again... Super bummed on the iphone lately. This is my second one in a year... the phone is the only real way i get to communicate with my wife and family so it's kind of urgent that this got worked out.
But first thing is first! THE GYM!! It's been a while since i've been to the gym, but man it...
Fort Lauderdale, FL
I woke up to go to the gym with our videographer Brandon and Brent.. we walked a mile to the YMCA and worked out for about 30 minutes only to find out that they close within the hour.. so it was a bit upsetting... and hopefully I get to a gym tomorrow.. after that Matt and I had an interview with Skunkstv! A christian tv/radio station.. We...
Orlando, FL
Orlando, FL
This was one of the most exciting days of tour! So much that I just wanted to post a ton of pics with captions... so here ya go HS!
(Matt and I at Disney World with a Duck!!!)
(We looked up at the sky at Disney World and saw a message that means the world!)
(Matt never had a chocolate frozen banana, I had to...
Purpose VS. Isolation
Purpose. We all desire it. Some of us find it in staying busy. Others of us find it in not thinking about it. And some…well, some just never really find it at all. Purpose motivates us to act, gives meaning to action, and shapes our reaction to the world around us.
Isolation. We all fear it. The idea of finding ourselves...
Atlanta, GA
Atlanta, GA
This morning I woke up to Matt and our videographer wanting to go to the gym.. I'll be honest it's been a while since i've gone to the gym but It felt great to work out for an hour and work my arms.. haha i eat more then I play and you can tell.. anyways after the gym we got picked up by a friend and I had some camera stuff being...
Nashville, TN
Nashville TN is pretty sweet! Walked to Broadway st which is pretty much a strip of bars and resturaunts that almost resemble an older Las Vegas! It has a high vibe and full of musicians.. It was great to see something other than just the bus and venue... and Kris and I had a nice walk and got to have a taste of Nashville, literally we went and...
Charleston, SC
Charleston, SC
So yesterday we had a day off and I actually spent that day with my family in South Carolina. I got to play with one of my two pitbulls Macy! She is the sweetest dog I’ve ever known and I really hope she can move with me in the future up north.
I saw my step father in the hospital who is suffering from a stroke. Please...
Charlotte, NC
Charlotte NC
Yesterday in Charolotte was an amazing day full of family, friends and fans! We’ve played Amos’s quite a few times in the past and we’ve had great shows but last night was one of the best there thus far! Sold out and full of sing alongs and dancing. But let me start from the beginning. I woke up and needed my COFFEE!! Love...
Baltimore, MD
Tons of great things to tell about today! First off we played a Festival with tons of bands today at Sonar club in Baltimore.. It was freezing cold outside and was an early bird day. Had sound check at 10:00.. thats pretty early. usually we do soundcheck at 2 or 3... We afterwards walked to Whole Foods... love the food, healthier option.. going...
New Jersey!
NEW JERSEY!!! YOU BLEW ME AWAY!
New Jersey,
Today I walked out of the bus having no idea what club we were at… then I realized that we were in New Jersey at the Starland Ballroom. A club I’ve shared many memories with many people and bands, As I Lay Dying being one of those bands and people. I knew tonight was going to be an amazing...
Heart Support on tour
Heart Support is going on tour January 13th- March 3rd with August Burns Red!
Go here to see dates!! http://www.augustburnsred.com/
After every show, Jake Luhrs and Matt Greiner will be at Heart Support’s merch table to hang out with you guys! Make sure to stop by and chat with them about life, tour, and Heart Support!
The theme of this...
Sticks and a Pad
Sticks and a Pad: Heart Support is going on tour with August Burns Red, and Matthew Greiner is going to give drum lessons on these dates of the tour!!
Jan 15 - Charlotte, NC
Jan 19 - Atlanta, GA
Jan 25 - Houston, TX
Jan 29 - San Antonio, TX
Feb 5 - San Francisco, CA
Feb 15 - Winnipeg, Manitoba
Feb 22 - Cleveland, Ohio
Feb 26 - Montreal,...
.Masculinity.
“Did you ever kill anyone?”
10 minutes ago I was greeted by screaming friends and family that looked eerily similar to an episode of Extreme Makeover: Home Edition minus the tanned guy with perfectly groomed hair and highlights.
Back to the question:
“So did you ever kill anyone?”
To be honest, I had done a lot in 11 years in the...
.The Heart Issue.
The Heart Issue.
Giving materialistic things to someone with a heart issue.
Do you ever find yourself giving and putting in time and money into a person? Then seeing that person not even move an inch in the right direction? It’s so frustrating. Why do you think that is? You've done so much for this person, so why aren't they getting better...
Testimony from our friend "Daddy"
This is a testimony from a friend we made on Warped Tour this year. We call him "Daddy". His chance of survival was slim to none and he wakes up every morning thankful to be alive. This testimony hits me every time I watch it. Thanks Daddy for giving us inspiration and telling your story. Your testimony is inspirational to me and hopefully to...
.Wonderful Gifts Aren't Usually Wrapped.
When we think of giving this time of year, we tend to ONLY think of this time of year. Many of us, myself included at times, hardly think of the chance to give all year, with the same level of enthusiasm we have during Christmas. It doesn't have to be much, even giving time to others can help. Just recently, I helped mentor the middle...
.Giving from Our Hearts.
To give from the heart: this is something we don’t do nearly enough. I find people, including myself, are the first to be excited about us. What is it we want to do, or what we want to have. We think about what we need, or what’s best for us. Sounds pretty selfish doesn’t it? It’s ironic because, as Christians, we are called to be selfless...
Project Willimantic
This December we are promoting giving to others from our hearts! What we want from you is to send us stories of ways you have given straight from your heart! Wether it's giving a helping hand, a good friend support in any way,praying for others or giving God more of your heart! We want encouraging, inspiring stories of how we as people have...
Tour Pics.
(You don't just get the signature, you get a drum kit too!!!)
(Two of the wackiest guys on the ADTR crew, We love you Cowboy and Country)
(Who likes DW drums? Matt does!!!)
(Hanging out with Fans!!!!)
(Matt and Brandon ABR's Videographer)
Talia Moretta Guest Blog on Lust.
I thought it would be good to send in my story regarding lust since I'm a young woman.
I became a Christian when I was 14 years old, which worked out well for me because by the time I was old enough to start dating and interacting closely with boys my conscience was developed and I could hear God's voice. My struggles have never been with...
