In some circles that sounds like a pastor looking for a new church. For some reading this, this is the start of a rumor. But in reality, I’m looking for a new pulpit; a literal pulpit. This is really quite exciting. As I have matured in the... [ ... ][ abbreviated | read original blog ]
Over a month ago I introduced you to a young boy, Ezra; His family calls him Ez. He and his family are following the established path of the Lord to Senegal, West Africa. Ezra’s parents have just finished language school and are ready to go.... [ ... ][ abbreviated | read original blog ]
I just finished re-reading my journal entries from January 14 – February 17 of 2010. To read those entries from the vantage point of three years later has me with much gratitude that I recorded my thoughts during those days. There was no way... [ ... ][ abbreviated | read original blog ]
I solemnly charge you in the presence of God and of Christ Jesus, who is to judge the living and the dead, and by His appearing and His kingdom: preach the word; be ready in season and out of season; reprove, rebuke, exhort, with great patience and... [ ... ][ abbreviated | read original blog ]
I journal because of days like this… Journal entry from January 15, 2010: “…It has been four days since the earthquake. Prayer: Lord, what do you want from your church? We are small and far removed. What do we do?” “Do you... [ ... ][ abbreviated | read original blog ]
Without doctrine, we are at risk of declaring all things right and doing what is right in our own eyes (Judges 17:6; 21:25) I’ve been reading a great piece entitled “The Doctrine of Repentance” by puritan preacher Thomas Watson... [ ... ][ abbreviated | read original blog ]
What have you been reading in the Bible this week? Please share it and give an explanation as to how it was significant to you. This was critical for me this week…Â ”For My people have committed two evils:Â They have forsaken Me, the... [ ... ][ abbreviated | read original blog ]
I remember for the first time seriously considering the advice at a type of church growth conference or a leadership development conference I attended. The advice that we attract more flies with honey than we do with vinegar has been around for... [ ... ][ abbreviated | read original blog ]
Here are some photos from the Grand Opening (events) of the Twin Falls, Chick-fil-A on January 10, 2013! The overall experience was fun. For me this was more than a business opening. There is no secret that I enjoy a Chick-fil-A sandwich, but this... [ ... ][ abbreviated | read original blog ]
I’m asked upon occasion about the decision I led Eastside Baptist through a few years ago as a church to repent and cease from age segregation of the ministries. I’m challenged by some about what this means about churches who don’t... [ ... ][ abbreviated | read original blog ]
