Here's a song I wrote with fellow Songwriting Pro member, Ben Krahne.

Inspired by true love and heartbreak.

Picture this drivin and every car that comes up behind me passes thus the idea for the song

Quarantine tested our family's faith, but it also inspired me to write new lyrics. As my devout Christian family grappled with the difficulties of COVID-19, my mother's severe symptoms led her into a deep depression and a crisis of faith. One difficult night, I found myself writing a heartfelt prayer in the form of lyrics, questioning if we were heard.

The song that emerged was a conversation with God, a melodic reminder to trust and rejoice in His eternal nearness. These lyrics, which poured out effortlessly, marked a rare moment in my songwriting—a night filled with fear and love. Now, as we recover, this song stands as a testament to our enduring faith and God's goodness.

The message in this song is people are turning to Santa Claus as their savior. Children's cartoons and programming will show a young child on their knees praying to Santa to make a Christmas wish come true. This song was written to bring back the meaning of Christmas.

"When I Pray" is a testimony of struggle, faith, and hope. It speaks about a parent's struggles with a child's addiction. It also reflects Howard's encounter with difficulty, which brought him back to his faith. This song portrays a straightforward confidence in God's directives regardless of the unexpected paths in life.

A boy growing up is different than he was told

There is no back door to Heaven