John Cougar Mellancamp once said, well sang, “I was raised in a small town, taught to fear Jesus in a small town. . .”
Small Town ministry often times gets a bad rap. I believe small towns across the nation are the most ripe harvest fields for missional minded churches. Here’s a few reasons why:
1. Small Town folk [...]
Small Town Ministry
Ministry Of Elitists
Some things bug me.
Gnats irritate me. My wife’s dog drives me crazy! I refuse to pull forward at McDonald’s one more time to wait for my order. But, more than that, I get very annoyed at the elitist mentality I see in many Ministers of the Gospel.
Not all, mind you. Some of the most humble [...]
I’m Going Home!
After 2 nights in the hospital with my wife, we are going home today. God is so good. The surgery went better than expected and she is recovering nicely. Thanks to everyone for your prayers!
What am I doing?
I ask myself that question alot. I may be staring at a computer screen, driving, or just walked into the next room, when suddenly I stop and ask myself “What am I doing?”
What a Sunday!
This mornings Worship Experience was one of the most powerful services I have ever been a part of. There was an excitement as soon as the music started, like there was an expectation that this wasn’t going to be just another service.
Easter!
Life is crazy! It seems like every time you think you have it figured out something changes. You think things are getting predictable, then all of a sudden something takes you by surprise.
Tackling The Call to Reach People
Many times when you ask about callings you get very specific answers. “I’m called to preach” or “I’m called to be a Pastor” or “I’m called to Lead Worship,” and though I feel called to all those things, what drives me is my call in it’s simplest form. The call of Christ on my life to [...]
Funny Things Happened In Tennessee
Thought you might like to hear a couple of stories I shared with Discover Church about my trip to Tennessee.
I’m so glad to be back.
Apparently the camera guy was dosing off at first.
Engage 21 Conference
I’m back in the hotel after the first night of Engage 21. The Open Mic forum was kind of a cool concept but mics sometimes end up in the wrong hands. The question posed to the delegates was how to recognize and affirm emerging leaders. Unfortunately it kind of turned into a whine fest about [...]
I have officially caved to the peer pressure!
I’m not exactly sure why, but I felt compelled to start my own blog. Maybe it was just because everyone else seemed to have one. I’m sure I’ll have some important things to write about at some point, but right now I’m still trying to figure out how it all works.
