Last week my wife and I were in the Cincinnati area meeting with current ministry partners and casting the vision to others. While we were there it became clear that God had us there for more reasons than we initially thought... A friend of ours, who serves within the student leadership team of … [Read more...] about He Determined the Times and Places
Are you “Theologically Minded” or “Evangelistically Effective”. Can you be BOTH?
Here's a great interview with Adrian Warnock and Ed Stetzer. Ed brilliantly points out two different camps that we see in evangelical Christendom today: the 'theologically minded' and the 'evangelistically effective'. Many see these streams as mutually exclusive. But according to Ed, 'he wants it … [Read more...] about Are you “Theologically Minded” or “Evangelistically Effective”. Can you be BOTH?
Church Plant in Harlem
George Gregory, who has been a part of King's Park International Church in Raleigh N.C. for the past ten years will be working with Ron Lewis and the Morningstar New York church on their multi site church strategy and spearheading the effort to start a new church "campus" in Harlem. If you are … [Read more...] about Church Plant in Harlem
Makes You Say “Hmmm…”
I frequently hear or read interesting quotes that are worth sharing. Here is one I heard in a recent sermon. "Yesterday is the past. Tomorrow is the future. Today is a gift - That's why they call it the present." (Bill Keen) … [Read more...] about Makes You Say “Hmmm…”
103 HBCU Conference
Earlier this week I was in Nashville co-hosting an Every Nation collegiate conference. The 103 Conference put on by AARM (African American Resource Ministry) attempted to bring together students from today's 103 Historically Black Colleges and Universities, or HBCUs for short. Historically Black … [Read more...] about 103 HBCU Conference
First African Baptist Church, Savannah GA
While on our honeymoon, my wife Katie and I visited many interesting places. ("My wife!"...I'm still getting used to saying that, but it is pretty stinkin' cool!) One of the places we visited was Savannah, GA. It is a really fascinating historic city dating back to the 18th century. That's pretty … [Read more...] about First African Baptist Church, Savannah GA
Being Married is Awesome!
Tomorrow marks three weeks since the day I pledged my heart to the girl I love! It has been absolutely AMAZING so far. After a beautiful ceremony and reception spent with all the people that we love the most - much thanks to Katie's parents for all that - we headed out on a two week honeymoon. I am … [Read more...] about Being Married is Awesome!
One Week!
I am so excited! Today, is my birthday! But the far bigger reason that I am so excited is that exactly one week from today I will be marrying the most beautiful, amazing woman I have ever met! Praise the Lord! As I sit in front of this screen, all I can do is smile! As I have grown older many of … [Read more...] about One Week!
Solidarity
Unity is such a central theme throughout the New Testament, and is emphasized throughout the Bible as a whole. Psalm 133:1 says "how good and pleasant it is when brothers dwell together in unity". Paul urged early Christians to to "maintain the unity of the spirit in the bond of peace" (Ephesians … [Read more...] about Solidarity
Fasting, Running and My Need for God
This morning as I was going for a run I was huffing and puffing my way up a really big hill near where I live and I started thinking about the amazing similarities between running and fasting. (I know it's weird, but I think it was God.) While fasting we deny our physical body and are able to feel … [Read more...] about Fasting, Running and My Need for God
Why I Started a Blog
Yes, I have decided to start a blog. For years I have inwardly debated whether blogging was a worth while use of time. As a follower of Christ I continually feel challenged to follow the challenge of scripture to " be careful how I live" and to "make the most of every opportunity" and so I would ask … [Read more...] about Why I Started a Blog