In 1974 under the leadership of Billy Graham church leaders from virtually every evangelical denomination and virtually every country in the world gathered in Lausanne, Switzerland. The purpose of this massive gathering was to serve as a sort of congress for Christian leaders who could determine … [Read more...] about Lausanne Movement History
The Trouble with Bitterness
I believe God wants us to experience secure, fulfilling, and lasting relationships. However, because of sin relationships are damaged and destroyed. I'm always amazed at how devastating relational trauma can be for a person. Some of the most intense pain is not broken bones or physical pain at … [Read more...] about The Trouble with Bitterness
Two Years Ago Today…
Two years ago today I asked Katie to marry me. Thankfully, she said "yes" and made me the happiest man in the world! It sure has been a great adventure since then. Here is the picture we took a few minutes after I popped the big question. … [Read more...] about Two Years Ago Today…
Campus Harvest 2009 Recap Video
Check out the recap video from the Campus Harvest 2009 conference and if you're a college student make plans to attend this year's student ministry conference March 26-27th. I've been told that online early registration should be up and running soon on the Campus Harvest … [Read more...] about Campus Harvest 2009 Recap Video
5 Reasons I Love Reading Books
I realize some of you may think me a bit strange for this, but I really do love reading books. It's actually one of my favorite things to do, when I can discipline myself to sit still long enough. Here are five reasons why I love reading books: 1. Through reading I can vicariously experience … [Read more...] about 5 Reasons I Love Reading Books
Quick to Speak, Slow to Listen
Why is it that we can find it so easy to speak first and ask questions later? James 1:19-20 says "My dear brothers, take note of this: Everyone should be quick to listen, slow to speak and slow to become angry, for man's anger does not bring about the righteous life that God desires." There … [Read more...] about Quick to Speak, Slow to Listen
The Weightlessness of God
In his book Don't Waste Your Life, John Piper quotes a powerful paragraph from David Wells' book God in the Wasteland: The Reality of Truth in a World of Fading Dreams. According to Wells, while many Americans still assert belief in God, there is a "weightlessness" to our belief in God. He … [Read more...] about The Weightlessness of God
Kung Fu Prayer
Recently I went to a prayer meeting that involved leaders from a variety of different Christian collegiate ministries. In situations like these it's interesting to observe how each group seems to have their own style of prayer. Some are more flamboyant and visibly emotional in their prayers; Some … [Read more...] about Kung Fu Prayer
Josh Harris on Self-Control in a Wired World
Pastor Josh Harris recently shared some excellent insights on the challenges of self-control in a wired world. Can you relate? [youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EzxmMvbBilM[/youtube] … [Read more...] about Josh Harris on Self-Control in a Wired World
ENT Harvest Festival Video Slideshow
Yesterday Every Nation, Tallahassee church had our 2009 Harvest Festival at the Tallahassee Museum. It was a great time of food, fun and fellowship with some competition thrown in the mix for all who attended. The competition at the Chili Cookoff and the "Amazing Race" was tough, but the … [Read more...] about ENT Harvest Festival Video Slideshow
An Unlikely Candidate
I've noticed that many times when we see someone doing something well, we quickly assume that they have always been good at whatever it is they do. We can assume that they are naturally disposed to be....__________ [you fill in the blank]. For example, we assume that the straight A student in … [Read more...] about An Unlikely Candidate
7 Reasons Why People Need to Be in Small Groups
Preaching is powerful, and has an essential role within a church. But I believe that to be a healthy church, to have the kind of relationships we are intended to have, it takes more than just good preaching. There needs to be community. The role of the pastor is important, but his preaching … [Read more...] about 7 Reasons Why People Need to Be in Small Groups