Reblogged from So We Build: Psalm 23, from The Voice translation The Eternal One is my Shepherd, He cares for me always. He provides me rest in rich, green fields besides streams of refreshing water. He soothes my fears; He makes me whole again, steering me off worn, hard paths to roads where truth and … Continue reading »
Sacred & Secular
An incredibly encouraging video for all those who are stay at home moms, designers, managers, teachers…anyone who is not in full time ministry, but loves to serve the church and struggles between doing their day job and their passion for ministry. Lecrae breaks down the unbiblical idea of a sacred and secular divide. I hope … Continue reading »
When You Just Don’t Have an Answer.
For all you parents… Maybe you woke up this morning feeling a bit like a failure when it comes to raising your kids… I know I did. I hope this poetic devotional helps you to keep perspective today. Be encouraged, you’re not alone. He is good…Even when we are overwhelmed and confused. Devotional “I Ain’t … Continue reading »
Framework: Everyone Worships Something.
The older I get the more I realize that everybody worships something. Whether you or I put it in this type of “religious” terminology, the reality is that where your affections, thoughts and heart lye is where your “god” can be found. If your affections, thoughts and heart constantly revolve around getting more stuff for … Continue reading »
Character Tunnelling: Why Focusing on the Extremes of Jesus’ Character is Not Good for Your Spiritual Health.
I have noticed a disturbing trend that has probably been around for a long time. I have participated in this particular practice and am ashamed to actually admit it. It is an exercise I like to call… Character Tunnelling. You’ve likely seen this before. It’s when people focus in on a particular characteristic that a … Continue reading »
Choosing Faithfulness: Ian and Larissa’s Story
Sometimes you come across a story that strengthens your resolve to be a faithful spouse no matter what the situation. I hope you enjoy this. God has used this today to remind me that faithfulness is an everyday choice.
(Jesus Approved) Christian Dating tips: 18 Common Sense Principles for Dating.
Over the last few weeks, I’ve been observing many of my brothers and sisters within the Christian dating scene. I have to say, many of them are really stupid (us married folks are stupid too, we have our own sets of problems). So, yesterday I decided to go on a rant on facebook. Throughout the … Continue reading »
Fat Mess: Lent 2012
I know, I know…Lent started a week ago. To be honest I have had the hardest time figuring out what I would give up this year in preparation for focusing my heart and my spirit on the sacrificial atonement of Jesus. Finally yesterday It came to me, during a disagreement with my wife. You see…I’m … Continue reading »
Proud Partner.
I have been humbled and honoured for the past 3 years to be in pastoral partnership with my lead pastor, Phil Taylor. God has blessed me with a man who has taught me some invaluable lessons which have not only affected my pastoral leadership, but also in making me a more fully devoted follower of … Continue reading »
Summer Dreaming.
It’s on wet, salt shoed days like this I long for the meeting of dry pavement and my beloved longboard. Summer Dreaming.
