Steven Furtick, lead pastor of Elevation Church in Charlotte, N.C. recently had a post on his blog, titled "If you think something good..." I thought his thoughts excellent and worth repeating, so I have copied it and posted it here below... I especially don't feel bad about it since he confesses … [Read more...] about If you think something good…
Christian History Highlights – Coming Soon…
As some of you may already know I am pursuing a masters degree through Reformed Theological Seminary on a part time basis through distance education. (This will probably take me a few years, but is a lot of fun for me as a Learner and an Achiever!) My first class in the M.A program is History of … [Read more...] about Christian History Highlights – Coming Soon…
Three Signs of a Miserable Job
Recent talk about work, including a really good post by my friend Jen got me thinking again about the nature of work. I remembered hearing about a book by Patrick Lencioni which dealt with this subject so I looked it up on Amazon. Patrick Lencioni authored a book called "Three Signs of a Miserable … [Read more...] about Three Signs of a Miserable Job
Tribute to our Armed Forces
I really appreciate all those who lay their lives down in service of our country. At several different points in my life I have seriously considered joining various branches of the armed forces. I am really drawn to many values that are day to day realities within the U.S. military. Though, I don't … [Read more...] about Tribute to our Armed Forces
5 Tension Points
I wanted to conclude my three part series on the Every Nation Winter Conference by highlighting Pastor Steve Murrell's message on the Five Tension Points in our ministry. He used the illustration of a rubber band, which went something like this.... If a rubber band is to be shot across the room … [Read more...] about 5 Tension Points
The Measure of Success in Ministry
Last week at the Every Nation Winter Conference for campus ministers and church leaders in the Every Nation movement. One of the conference sessions featured a panel discussion on "The Measure of Success in Ministry". - A great topic, especially for someone like me who has the Achiever theme in his … [Read more...] about The Measure of Success in Ministry
EN Winter Conference
This past week I attended the Every Nation Winter Conference in Jacksonville, FL. This was really a great time of re-connecting with old ministry friends, and of being refreshed with the vision and purpose of why God has brought us together in this movement. The theme of the conference was "It's a … [Read more...] about EN Winter Conference
15 Things I am Thankful for on Thanksgiving
15. That I live in a country where food abounds even in a recession 14. For computers - Though they can be frustrating sometimes, they sure do help! 13. For the internet - I love how I can connect to people and ideas all over the world with the click of a mouse! 12. To live in a country where … [Read more...] about 15 Things I am Thankful for on Thanksgiving
5 Things I Love About Being Married
5. I eat much more regularly and much better food than I did when I was single 4. The walls of my house actually have these things called "pictures" hanging on them now 3. The fact that there are way too many incredible things about being married to Katie to even fit on a list like this 2. Saying … [Read more...] about 5 Things I Love About Being Married
J.I. Packer on the Priority of Knowing God
I just finished reading Knowing God by J.I. Packer. In the close of the book he says something I thought well worth sharing here: "From current Christian publications, you might think that the most vital issue for any real or would-be Christian in the world today is church union, or social … [Read more...] about J.I. Packer on the Priority of Knowing God
Campus Harvest Conference 2009
The Campus Harvest Conference 2009 is coming up in just a few months. This is always a powerful christian conference, geared towards college students, which emphasizes knowing God, and on mobilizing students to impact their generation for Christ. It will be held at Kings Park International Church … [Read more...] about Campus Harvest Conference 2009
Pray for your Leaders – Even if You Didnt Vote for Them
Yesterday was a historic day for the United States of America. Senator Barack Obama was elected to be President of this great nation. As the first ever African American to hold this high office of public service, it is an exciting hurdle to cross and a day to be remembered for all of American … [Read more...] about Pray for your Leaders – Even if You Didnt Vote for Them