Jun 1, 2011
Hell
I believe in Hell. I think it’s a real place. -That really lasts forever. -Where real people go. -With real and everlasting torment. I believe that Hell is the wrath of God poured out for our sins. I believe that Hell was created for the Devil and his angels. I believe that Hell is eternal separation from God, from love, and from hope. I believe in Hell because Jesus did. I take Hell... read more
May 31, 2011
Thoughts on Revival
One thing has been on my mind the past few days: Revival. For those who grew up in church, Revival may carry with it connotations of: Heading to church immediately after your parents got off of work, without eating dinner beforehand. Going to this “Revival” at your church every single night, sometimes for weeks on end. Not getting out of this “Revival” service until after 10pm... read more
May 30, 2011
Off Your Chest
Do you have something that you need to get off of your chest? Something really bothering you about someone in your life? Do you have a strong opinion, or disagree with how someone else is living? You’re natural inclination is to “let them have it”; “to get things off of your chest by telling them about your ‘beef’;” or to at least ”send them a long email,... read more
May 26, 2011
Arrogance
Often times in life, I have met people who I thought were arrogant, or rude. But after getting to know them beyond a surface level, I realize that they are far from being arrogant, but are dealing with other issues all together. This past week, I was accused myself of being arrogant. So here are some practical thoughts on what arrogance is, and what it is not. This will help you to not rush into judging... read more
May 9, 2011
Rolling with the Punches
Sometimes, life throws you punches. When it does, you have the choice to get smacked in the face with those punches, allowing them to knock you down and disable you; or to roll with those punches. “Rolling with the punches” denotes adapting to change, adjusting to a change in plans or expectations. When punches come, it’s tempting to allow them to knock you off course, tempting to allow... 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.