Sep 30, 2009
Prayers
Yesterday morning my daughter woke up very sick. She had a fever, was vomiting, and had a very hard time breathing. Because of the rapid, strained breathing we were worried about the H1N1 virus. So we brought her into the doctor and when the doctor saw her stomach moving rapidly with her breaths, he immediately had a very concerned look on his face and left the room to get an Albuterol tank to see if ten... read more
Sep 29, 2009
Things That Keep You Going
Ministry can be tough. But there are certain things that can give you motivation when times get tough. One such thing is watching someone find Jesus for the first time and find new life in Him. Last week at church a woman who just moved to the US from an Asian nation came and gave her life to Christ. As far as I know, she has had no prior experience with Christianity and knew nothing of the Gospel. We... read more
Sep 28, 2009
Being Healthy Is…
…Riding your bike to work; or walking. Sure it might take you a couple of extra minutes, but you’ll save gas, burn calories, and feel a whole lot better throughout your work day. Just remember- wear a... read more
Sep 27, 2009
Thoughts on Sunday
Today was the second Sunday of our Identity series; and the first Sunday of the Vision miniseries within the larger series. Our Vision Statement is to be a Community of Grace, Love, and Hope. So today we talked about Grace. It was a very somber worship gathering as we were all forced to look at the fact that we cannot make it on our own and that we need Christ to do it for us. The hi light of the day came... read more
Sep 26, 2009
Desperate
This week I have been so desperate for Jesus in my life! I want so much more of Him. I want to be desperate for Him like this all of the time. It’s at these times of desperation where I want Jesus more, not only for myself, but for others. I am SO hungry for God- in the lives of others. I want so badly to see the lost found and the captives set free. I want to see people changed and transformed by... read more
In Kindergarten I was officially voted 'Most Inquisitive'.
Ever since, I have been asking questions ever since as I believe that they are the catalyst to discovering the world all around us.
The answers to these questions have led me into an everlasting committed relationship with Jesus Christ, into a marriage with the love of my life, and into being the father of the two most beautiful children on earth.
I am the Pastor at Fellowship Church in Salem, Oregon and these are my thoughts on life.