Bio

:: Synopsis ::

My name is Nathan Duvall, I’m 29, married for almost 6 years now to the most beautiful woman in the world, Carrie Marie. We are expecting our first child, a boy, on February 2nd. We’re naming him Landon Carter – Carrie first heard the name from Nicholas Sparks’ book, A Walk to Remember. We live in Taylors, SC with our two Cocker Spaniels (Molly & Brodie) and a cat I’ve disowned named Lancelot. We attend, and are actively involved in the ministry at LifePoint Church in Greenville.

:: The Beginning ::

I was born in a little town in southern Illinois and grew up as a Pastor’s kid, in Wilmington, NC and Simpsonville, SC. I can honestly say I grew up seeing some of the worst things out of so-called “Christians” that you ever will see. I saw my parents betrayed and disrespected from the same people that once called them friends. Through it all, I saw my Dad stay true to God and stay faithful despite the overwhelming circumstances. That is something I will never forget as long as I live. Since then, I’ve sought to establish a life of my own, following the Biblical principles I was taught and shown as a little boy. Although I’ve come to different conclusions on some things, I hope that I can be even a tenth of the kind of Father to my son, that my Dad was to me.

:: The Middle ::

I graduated from a Christian college in 2002 with a degree in Counseling, which to this day shocks everyone I tell. Know why I majored in Counseling? It was the only major that didn’t require that I take a science class. No, seriously. Looking back, I kinda regret that I didn’t major in Marketing or Graphic Design or something more useful, but I guess learning how to deal with people is useful too… although it probably would’ve helped if I’d have listened. 2nd semester of my Junior year is when I met Carrie… we attended the same church and were helping out with the kids program on Wednesday night. It was a combination of a backseat ride, a pair of gloves and a long night of IM’ing that led to me falling in love with her. We were married on December 14, 2002 in her hometown of Pennsylvania.

Not much to talk about between then and now accept for LifePoint. Our church family has become such a huge part of our lives since we met them a few years ago. I can’t imagine doing life without them anymore. I have never been a part of a church who demonstrated true Christianity and what God originally intended the church to be more than LifePoint. I always tell everyone that it’s the weirdest conglomeration of people you will ever meet, but you will never find a more loving, representative body of believers than at LifePoint. I’m so thankful to have befriended Phil Pike (our Grand Pastor P as we call him, jokingly of course) and his amazing family. I’ve never met anyone that I’ve identified with more than Phil and I don’t think it was any mistake that God allowed our paths to intersect at just the right time.

:: The End ::

Well, seeing as how I’m still alive, I can’t really comment on my tragic end… although I’m sure it will be tragic. In my opinion that’s the only real way to go out, with a bang! I’ve always told Carrie I wanted to be cremated and a little of my ashes spread in each continent. That way when the rapture happens, I’ll be the only one coming from all 4 corners of the earth. Hey, I’m sure I’ll get some Jesus points for creativity on that one, right?

Anyways, I know the rest of my story solely depends on me and how serious I live for God. I’d be lying if I said that I don’t worry about this constantly. I constantly battle with past struggles and failures. I’m just taking one day at a time and trying to live it for Him, it’s all I can do and it’s all I know how to do.

:: Random Facts ::

• My greatest fear is public speaking, bar none. I would rather sing in front of millions than speak in front of 5.
• I once kissed a cow and ate a worm to win tickets to Carowinds.
• I love football, my teams are the Tennessee Volunteers and the Indianapolis Colts.
• My nickname is Indy or ND for short.
• I love graphic and web design, although I’m terrible at both.
• The favorite place I’ve ever been? San Francisco. Although my travels have been limited – never been outside of the USA.
• Call me crazy, but I enjoy seeing footage of major disasters (tornado’s, hurricanes, even 9/11). Things like that are so surreal to me and make me think about God’s infinite power.
• I had a run in with a swing set when I was 9, my front 4 teeth are fake.
• I am by nature the laziest person I know. I hate that about myself.
• I get lost in the music, I rarely ever hear the words unless I force myself to listen.
• God speaks to me through Steven Curtis Chapman, unlike any other artist on the planet. It’s strange.
• My idea of a good book? Audiobooks. I hate reading. I wish I didn’t.
• My grand aspiration in life? To be a good husband and father. Nothing else feels right or makes any sense.

:: Likes ::

• Long walks on the beach, just me & Carrie, with no one else is in sight.
• Those moments when I can sense God’s presence and there’s no question that He’s speaking directly to me. And also those times when He knocks me off my feet and surprises me with His love.
• Going to NYC in December. Used to be a tradition that Carrie’s family started right before New Year’s, but now that everyone is having children, probably won’t happen again for a long time.
• Watching snow fall… although the opportunities are limited in the deep south.
• Having a meaningful conversation with someone. I don’t do small talk, I abhor it even.
• Watching movies. I completely lose myself in them and it takes me days to come back to reality.

:: Dislikes ::

• People that take themselves too seriously or think they’re more important than they really are.
• Religion. My faith is a relationship with God, not a man-made set of rules and guidelines to live by.
• Masks. Literally and figuratively. I’ve walk around with a fake Christian face before, I never want to do it again and don’t want to hang around those that do.
• Yard work. I hate it with a passion. If I could turn my whole yard into a parking lot, I would.
• Boredom. I always have to be doing something, it’s hard for me to sit still for long periods of time.
• Waiting. I am the least patient person on the face of the earth, guaranteed.