A few years ago, I announced to my church that I wanted us to start a multi-campus strategy and that I would be asking many of them to pray about leaving our Central campus to be on mission. Now, here we are, just days away from launching our third campus, Church at The Mill Lake …
We know that act of showing up at church on Sunday morning matters, but does how we show up matter? There are actually respectful ways men and women can submit to the leadership of the Lord each week at church, and I sincerely believe that living by a code of conduct creates stronger and healthier …
As the designer and giver of our sexuality, God is the final authority over this powerful part of our lives. His Word makes His will clear for His followers and the church regarding our sexual ethics. Sex is a gift, but it is a gift to be enjoyed between one man and one woman within …
My life is impacted daily by godly women. I am the result of being raised by a very biblical, godly mother. I am thankful for my wife of 22 years and her example as a mother and a pastor’s wife. And I do not know what my church would do without the incredible women on …
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Women are vital to the body of Christ. So, how do we celebrate and encourage them well? What will best help them as they balance family life and being in ministry? As a pastor and a happily married man, I cannot imagine a pastor not wanting to celebrate and empower women considering all of the …
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Have you ever wondered what makes a good church member? Does it even really matter as long as you’re showing up? Scripture does not teach that only pastors and deacons are to be committed to the health and wholeness of the church. This is why it is important to know how you can be of …
When I was a boy growing up in rural Alabama, my buddies and I never scheduled a camping trip. We just went camping on a neighbor’s land or down by a nearby river whenever we felt like it. We would pack a cooler full of sodas, grab a sleeping bag, a few fishing rods, something …
There is one thing I deeply desire that every Christ follower I pastor would do. One simple yet powerful discipline that, when placed in the life of a believer, unlocks an ocean of spiritual potential. What is it? Spending time with Jesus. I realize this may sound simplistic to some, but the seed of the …
