Who We Are
Though God has led us to opposite sides of the country, our union in Christ binds us together so that we can share our thoughts and experiences through writing. We both grew up in Stanwood, Washington, just down the road from each other. Our friendship began on the tennis courts, watching our dads play and occasionally hitting the ball ourselves. This sparked a deep friendship, leading to competing on the high school tennis team together, regular late nights with Taco Bell and Madden, and rich conversations about the highs and lows of life as young men. We are excited to share our lives and thoughts with you, which are rooted in similar backgrounds, yet molded through unique circumstances as we have navigated adulthood. We look forward to embarking on this journey together.
Fun fact: We were one another’s best men, we both married Emilys, and we got married only one month apart from each other. Yeah…it is weird.
Nathaniel Haskin
Hello,
My name is Nathaniel Haskin, I am 26 years old, and I am an apprentice under the greatest teacher, master, and savior this world has ever known, Jesus Christ. As a Christian, I believe it is my life’s goal to live in the presence of God and share his goodness with everyone I can. I am husband to my incredible wife of 6 years, Emily, and father to Autumn, Bentley, Brooks, Aurora, and Aurelia (Yes, the Lord has blessed my wife’s womb abundantly thus far in our marriage).
I graduated from Multnomah University in Portland, OR in 2020 with my Bachelor’s in Bible & Theology, and I am currently pursuing my Master’s in Divinity at Phoenix Seminary. Out of school, I served as a Pastor in Washington State for 4 years before moving here to Phoenix and taking a job at Paradise Valley Christian Preparatory. I serve as the Head of Bible and Spiritual Life and teach 8th and 12th grade Bible at the school.
When I am not at school or work, my wife and I enjoy playing sports, board games, going on hikes, or settling down to a good book. Basically anything to get us away from screens. On any given Sabbath, you will probably find me enjoying a cigar and generally pretending I am much more academic and sophisticated than I actually am. I hope one day to be back in pastoral ministry or maybe pursuing a PhD, but for now, I love teaching the Bible at PVCP and being a lay person at Desert City Church.
My draw to writing has come recently. I am required to write quite a bit in my program, and the Lord has been kindling my affection for reading and writing though the process. I pray that the words that I write are honoring and glorifying to the Lord above all else.
Peyton Headrick
Hello,
My name is Peyton Headrick, I am 26 years old, and I have been following Jesus since I was a child. The purpose of my life is to reflect the image of our beautiful God, seen most clearly in the person and work of Jesus Christ, who mercifully and graciously saves those whom actively reject Him. I have been married to my bride, Emily Joy, for almost 6 years, and have one boy, Anthony James, who is 1 1/2.
I graduated from Montana Bible College with a Bachelor of Arts in Biblical Studies(Missions emphasis) in 2022, as well as Reformed Theological Seminary(Charlotte) with a Master of Arts in Christian Counseling in 2025. My family currently resides in Charlotte, NC, where we are members of Crossway Community Church. My long-term goal is to serve in the local church as an associate/assistant pastor, serving alongside the elders to disciple and counsel the congregation with the hope and wisdom of the Gospel. My current mission field is the financial company, TIAA, where I serve individuals with their retirement and financial needs.
Outside of work, I love to spend time with others, playing sports, fishing, reading books with my son, or exploring a small-town coffeeshop with my wife. I have recently started tying fly-fishing flies, following the lineage of the men on my father’s side. There is nothing like flicking a dry fly on top of a dark creek hole, and watching a trout snatch it right off the water. I am also an avid book collector, falling victim to starting multiple books and leaving the bookmark halfway through.
My academic experience has forced me to love the art of writing, which has developed into various poems, journal entries, and of course, theological papers. I am excited to embark on this blogging journey, giving me an outlet to share my thoughts about the Christian life. My prayer would be that God receives all the glory from these words, and that readers would see the beauty and excellence of Jesus, who offers mercy and grace to those who draw near his throne.