One of the things I liked about playing sports, especially in high school and college, was that I ate pretty much whatever I wanted. With all the running and working out, it didn’t seem to make much difference one way or another. (I know now that I could have been a much better athlete if … Continue reading Love Them Well!
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10 Lessons from 10 Years at CrossPointe #10
Today, as we celebrate our 10th Anniversary, my list of 10 lessons from my 10 years as pastor of CrossPointe Church comes to an end. This last one is really short and simple… Lesson #10: God’s timing is perfect. As I look back at the history of CrossPointe Church, it is abundantly evident. From the … Continue reading 10 Lessons from 10 Years at CrossPointe #10
10 Lessons from 10 Years at CrossPointe #8 & #9
Tomorrow is the celebration of our 10th Anniversary as CrossPointe Church, and I am nearing the end of this series of 10 Lessons from 10 Years at CrossPointe. It has been great to look back at all that God has done over that time and to really reflect on what He has taught me as … Continue reading 10 Lessons from 10 Years at CrossPointe #8 & #9
10 Lessons from 10 Years at CrossPointe #7
In 2010, CrossPointe took on one of the largest evangelistic efforts the church has ever done. We put on a production of “Heaven’s Gates & Hell’s Flames.” For those of you who are unfamiliar with the production, it is a stage performance comprised of several different skits. Each skit ends with someone’s death and subsequent … Continue reading 10 Lessons from 10 Years at CrossPointe #7
10 Lessons from 10 Years at CrossPointe #4-#6
CrossPointe Church’s 10th Anniversary is just around the corner! This week I have been reflecting on some of the lessons I have learned over the 10 years that I’ve had the privilege of shepherding CrossPointe. To get through all 10 lessons by Sunday, I’m going to pick up the pace today with 3 lessons in … Continue reading 10 Lessons from 10 Years at CrossPointe #4-#6
10 Lessons from 10 Years at CrossPointe #2 & #3
10 Lessons from 10 Years at CrossPointe continues with. . . Lesson #2: The church is God’s, not mine. Pastoring a church reminds me of the time my Dad let me drive his car to the Senior Prom. I was looking sharp and feeling good! I had the keys to this really nice car, and … Continue reading 10 Lessons from 10 Years at CrossPointe #2 & #3
Created for Creativity
I’ve recently been reading and listening to the work of Dr. Brene’ Brown, the increasingly popular University of Houston professor known for her study of courage, vulnerability, shame, and empathy. Her work is fascinating. She brings a conversation to the forefront that nobody else is engaging in because, quite frankly, it’s uncomfortable. Dr. Brown, however, … Continue reading Created for Creativity
A Closer Look at Quiet Time
I was asked yesterday what my quiet time is like. So, I’d like to take some time to go through it. However, I believe that quiet time with God will look very different for different people who are at different stages in their relationship with Him. My quiet time has evolved a lot over the … Continue reading A Closer Look at Quiet Time
The Stray Shepherd 