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
Dec 21, 2010
The Religion of Christmas
We live in an extremely highly offend-able society. It celebrates diversity, yet lives in fear of what others will think if you ‘think’ or ‘do’ something different than the rest of the society: oxymoronic, I know… So out disproportionate respect for others, we have come up with the art of being “Politically Correct”: Doing and saying things in such a way that... read more
May 10, 2010
Tension
There’s a tension in our faith. We long for the day that Christ will return to restore all things: to wipe every tear from our eyes, to forever iradicate sickness and death, and to put the persistance and bondage of sin under His feet for eternity. But if we are in tune with the Gospel and the heart of God, we also dread the day of Christ’s return because it will be the end of opportunity for... read more
Apr 26, 2010
COEXIST, Part 2
The second problem with the “COEXIST” bumper sticker is a huge one. The sticker is stating that all religions (Islam, Judaism, Wicca, Taoism, and Christianity are all represented) should COEXIST in peace (which is represented with the letter “O” which has been made into a peace sign). And while I believe that people of all religions should respect each other and treat each other... read more
Mar 9, 2010
Straight with Exits
As a Christian God calls us all to drive down a straight highway leading to everlasting relationship with Him. We all entered the highway off of very curvy, unkept, and dangerous roads bound for destruction. Sometimes I think we believe that the highway will be smooth sailing- that we can just turn on the cruise control, listen to some good music, pass all the best landmarks, and enjoy our air-conditioned,... 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.