I'm currently reading a book called America Alone: The End of the World as We Know It by Mark Steyn. The book is all about how declining birthrates, particularly those in Europe, combined with the massive influx of Muslim Immigrants are threatening the very future of Western civilization. Every … [Read more...] about “America Alone” and Historical Lessons Unlearned
Warren Buffett on Reaching Students
At age 63 Warren Buffett, one of the wisest investors, and richest men in the entire world shared his thoughts on the significance of reaching college students saying: If you talk to 100 students and you say something that makes sense, a few of them may pay attention to it, and it may actually … [Read more...] about Warren Buffett on Reaching Students
Mexico Mission Trip Recap
I was so glad to be a part of the recent Ten Days mission trip to Baja, Mexico! During our time we served in support of a local church in a community called Terrazas on the outskirts of Tijuana. We saw God do so much in the five days we were there: a house and church building constructed, … [Read more...] about Mexico Mission Trip Recap
The Disappearance of God: Book Review
"More faulty information about God swirls around us today than ever before. No wonder so many followers of Christ are unsure of what they really believe in the face of the new spiritual openness attempting to alter unchanging truth. For centuries the church has taught and guarded the core … [Read more...] about The Disappearance of God: Book Review
Radio Interview on Lifeline Program
This past Friday I recorded an interview for the Lifeline Radio Program on Faith Radio in Tallahassee. Lifeline is a 30 minute program aired each Saturday at noon on 90.1 FM & 105.7 FM in Tallahassee. Hosted by Barb Shackelford, Executive Director of A Women's Pregnancy Center, the Lifeline … [Read more...] about Radio Interview on Lifeline Program
Keller’s New Book: Counterfeit Gods
If you have been around me much recently you have probably heard me rave about a book called The Prodigal God: Recovering the Heart of the Christian Faith by Pastor Tim Keller. If you haven't read it - read it! In just over a hundred pages it gave me a much deeper understanding of the heart of God … [Read more...] about Keller’s New Book: Counterfeit Gods
The Seduction of Ambition
In a recent Pastors.com article entitled The Seduction of Ambition Lance Witt writes this insightful paragraph: A healthy soul keeps us both energized and glued together. It seems to me that we are reaping the results of a generation in the church that has been too much about ambition. And the … [Read more...] about The Seduction of Ambition
30 Memories of Our First Year of Marriage
It was one year ago today, that I married my darling wife Katie. What a year it has been! Here are some of the most memorable parts: Seeing Katie in her white dress coming down the aisle!!! (SO Beautiful!!) Our Wedding ceremony and reception. (Wow!! It was great! Thanks to the McClures and … [Read more...] about 30 Memories of Our First Year of Marriage
On Passivity and True Humility
Just finished reading Humility: True Greatness by C.J. Mahaney. It is a short, but excellent book. It's packed with good content and written in a simple conversational tone. Listen to what he writes on the topic of beginning your day acknowledging your need for God (an exercise in humility): I've … [Read more...] about On Passivity and True Humility
ENT Baptism Video
Baptism Video from ENTALLY on Vimeo. This is the video that was made from the March 1, 2009 Baptisms at my church Every Nation, Tallahassee (ENT). I am so excited about what God is doing in the lives of so many! I love it!!! … [Read more...] about ENT Baptism Video
How Would Jesus Study?
As many college students take final exams this week, I thought thought it would be a great time to pose the question: "How would Jesus study?". In Luke 2 there is an interesting story of Jesus as a twelve-year-old boy. As the story goes, his family had gone up from Nazareth to Jerusalem for a … [Read more...] about How Would Jesus Study?
Truett Cathy on Long Term Success
I recently read this statement from Chic-Fil A founder Truett Cathy regarding Core Values and long term success. He says: "My attitude regarding the distant future is to do the best we can every day and take advantage of unexpected opportunities. The combination will lead us to success. I don't … [Read more...] about Truett Cathy on Long Term Success