Why me?

This was the question I wrestled with frequently after getting burned.

When I was finally able to communicate with my parents after more than a month, the first question I asked wasn’t “When will I get out of here?” or “What’s next?” or “Who is watching my siblings while you sit at my bedside around the clock?” No, it was simply, “Why me?”

Let me explain.

Orphaned at eight years old, Orv Kimbrough spent his childhood navigating the foster care system, facing setbacks that could have defined his future. And yet, he instead chose a different path. Today, he’s the chairman and CEO of Midwest BankCentre, leading with purpose and creating opportunities for others to thrive.

Join me as Orv shares how he refused to let his circumstances determine his future, the mindset shifts that helped him break generational cycles, and the power of choosing resilience—even when the odds are stacked against you. He opens up about faith, leadership, and the lessons he’s learned as a husband, father, and business leader.

My friends, if you’ve ever felt like life was working against you, this conversation is for you. You’ll walk away inspired to see obstacles as stepping stones, embrace your own story, and take bold steps toward the life you’re meant to live.

Each summer I have the honor of speaking at a camp for children who have one thing in common. No, it isn’t a political party or a shared ethnicity. It’s not a singular sex nor a similar economic background.

What galvanizes the children at Midwest Children’s Burn Camp is the shared experience of being burned.

One of the most difficult aspects of enduring a fire is the lifelong mark embossed on a survivor’s skin. These scars serve as a visible reminder not only of the agonizing struggle endured, but of how different we remain from others because of it. The scars can make us feel less than, set apart, totally isolated. Which is why an activity I witnessed at camp several years ago not only helped elevate the lives of participating campers but carries a lesson that may elevate your life today. Let me explain.