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
Apr 19, 2010
Bring It!
I’ve lived for 30 years. Some would say that my best years are behind me. I REFUSE to believe that! I MUST believe that my best years are ahead of me. I don’t know how much time I’m given here. If I’m lucky (blessed), I’ve got 50 more years- maybe 25 to 30 good years to accomplish big things for the Kingdom of God. I’m not satisfied with doing small things or just... read more
Apr 17, 2010
Obama and The National Day of Prayer?! (Gasp!)
This week there was lots of buzz on the Internet about Barack Obama canceling The National Day of Prayer and saying that it was unconstitutional. Turns out, like just about everything else on the Internet involving Barack Obama, it wasn’t true. Christians and right wing conservatives across the web were up in arms! Turns out, before everyone started screaming that the sky was falling, they should... read more
Apr 16, 2010
The Validity of Jonah- Not Simply Morallity
Several weeks ago, two of the most influential Christian churches in the nation, if not the world, both of whom are very different from each other, were doing a teaching series on the book of Jonah. Their pastors who taught these series are arguably two of the most influential Christians on the planet, but again, quite different in philosophy, ministry, and leadership style. What I found odd is that both... read more
Apr 3, 2010
Random Ponderings of Easter Weekend
Shame, guilt, unforgiveness, anger, anxiety, stress, decisions, relationships, and grief can be so heavy- so burdensome. But this weekend we celebrate the fact that God took all of the weight of our burdens and nailed them to a Roman cross two-thousand years ago. When Jesus died on that cross He declared that it was finished. His Word says that there is no longer any sacrifice for sins. He already paid... 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.