Apr 6, 2011
The Burden of Leadership
Lately I’ve been feeling the pressure of the reality that I am an example, role model, and leader for others within the Body of Christ. After all, it was the Lord’s brother James who said; “Not many of you should become teachers, my brothers, for you know that we who teach will be judged with greater strictness.” Funny thing is, is that, I didn’t choose this. Jesus chose me... read more
Apr 1, 2011
Catalyst West Coast. Notes. With Nancy Ortberg
At Catalyst West Coast, Nancy Ortberg brought an unapologetic message on leading in the difficult. Here are some notes from her talk: “We have confused spirituality with terminal niceness.” “The primary way to transformation is through difficult conversations.” “Lead into the conflict, and not out of it.” “By avoiding conflict we are negating forgiveness and... read more
Mar 29, 2011
Catalyst West Coast. Notes with Christine Caine
Christine Caine of the A29 Campaign to end human trafficking, and of Hillsong Church in Australia, brought the house down at Catalyst West Coast. I have heard Caine speak several times on several different church’s podcasts from around the country, and each time I have, her messages have been extraordinarily similar. But that didn’t change the impact of hearing her message again. In fact,... read more
Mar 28, 2011
Catalyst West Coast. Session Two Notes. With Dave Ramsey.
Session Two of Catalyst West Coast brought a great message on leadership from Dave Ramsey. I must admit that I’m not too big of a fan of Ramsey. I think, that if not careful, someone could walk away from his teachings thinking that saving more money was one of the most important aspects of being a Christian, and forget parables such as the one of ‘The Rich Fool’ in Luke 12. Nonetheless... read more
Mar 24, 2011
Catalyst West Coast. Session One Notes with Andy Stanley
After an amazing opening act of music, spoken word poetry, and multimedia; Andy Stanley opened up Session One of Catalyst West Coast, speaking on the topic; “What if we stepped into all that God created us to be.” Here are my notes from his session: Often times a single act of courage is the tipping point (or transition) to something huge. Revolution begins with single acts of courage. (Like... 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.