Like anyone who has been in the church world for a number of years, I’ve heard the cry over and over that the church needs to be more contemporary. We need contemporary service, contemporary speakers and DEFINITELY contemporary music. I am less and less convinced Continue Reading…
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Happy 2nd birthday to my beautiful daughter! We celebrated with the family today with cupcakes and presents. I am blessed beyond words to have a little girl. When Fawn was pregnant for the 4th time we were both settled on having 4 boys. Little did we know what a gift we were about to receive. Enjoy the pics! (click the pic to see the album)
This was a great Father’s Day weekend! After 6 great services and a relaxing time with some friends this afternoon I’m ready to wind down and crash. Here are some of my highlights from the weekend.
-It was a great weekend to honor dads…and dads need to be honored. We also took time to pray for men who may not be biological dads, but Continue Reading…
I love people who are willing to passionately pursue God’s call where ever it takes them. Here is an example of two amazing people who were willing to do just that. I’m so thankful for the Living Water family who support the Roots and many others on the mission field.
Anthem is the School of Ministry that I graduated from 15 years ago… Man, I feel old. The school continues to produces passionate followers of Jesus Christ who are prime leaders for their generation. This year’s class left yesterday to minister in the Dominican Republic. You can (and should) follow their trip at their blog.
Stop and take a minute today to pray for many “ENCOUNTERS” along their way!
Praise God for the good things He is doing at the Living Water Church! Here are some highlights…
- My wife was among a couple hundred ladies who participated in this years Girl’s Get-A-Way. I’ve heard a few testimonies of what God did, but I’m sure there are many more on their way. If you went, I’d love to hear what God did!
- There were a bunch of Anthem Students’ families in the services this weekend who were in town for their graduation. I love the look in parents eyes as they observe their children serving God wholeheartedly!
- Speaking of Anthem, I was given the privilege of speaking at their Commissioning Ceremony on Sunday night. It brought me back 15 years when I stood there alongside my classmates (including Pastor Jake!) for that same reason. God has been Continue Reading…
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10. It makes you feel good
9. You’ll either leave: Intrigued, Challenged or Frustrated by the message
8. There are a lot of people with issues…you’ll fit right in
7. Music that points to the Creator and echos eternal truth feeds a weary soul
6. Life can be tough, you Continue Reading…
