Jun 8, 2010
Polar Bear Moonwalk
Yesterday we took my two small children to the Oregon Zoo. It was a beautiful day and we had a wonderful time. As we were watching the polar bears, something strange became evident right away. We noticed the polar bear doing a very nice ‘moonwalk’ around one of its rock outcroppings. We thought it was so cool. Until we noticed it doing it again…and again…and again…in the exact... read more
Jun 3, 2010
Complaint
Lord, Today, teach me not to complain. Let me see what I have and be grateful, not see what I don’t and lust. I have noticed that Facebook and Twitter have become complaint central. Heck, I’m guilty of it as well. I think it’s because people can seemingly anonomously voice their opinions with a false security of no repercussions: “I hate work.” “I hate the... read more
Jun 2, 2010
In the Spirit
I am learning to walk more and more under the power, influence, and leading of the Holy Spirit. It is something deeper than listening. It is like constantly falling backwards and allowing the Spirit to catch you and move you in His desired direction. My mouth is open to saying whatever He has to say. My feet are ready to go where He wants me to go. My hands are stretched out, ready to do whatever He wants... read more
Jun 1, 2010
Thoughts from Joe Champion on Spiritual Gifts in the Church
Here are some more notes from the incredible conference I had the opportunity to attend last week; The Association of Related Churches NW Pastor’s Gathering at New Beginnings Church in Gresham, OR: A pastor’s wife had asked a question about what to do about a “sweet lady” in their church who does something very distracting and embarrassing each weekend during their Sunday morning... read more
In Kindergarten I was officially voted 'Most Inquisitive'.
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.
It is my personal mission to glorify God with my life, advance His Kingdom through my ministry, and to love my family with everything I have.
I am the Pastor at Fellowship Church in Salem, Oregon and these are my thoughts on life.