Dec 3, 2011
Too Far?
Warning. This will be VERY graphic. It is also very revealing and personal. If you want to think of me as a perfect person who has never sinned and never has any struggles- do not read any further! But, really, this is a must read. When I was a teenager, I used to convince myself that only vaginal sexual intercourse was “sex.” That was the only thing that God had a problem with two... read more
Nov 25, 2011
Why I’m Anti-Abortion, But Not Pro-Life- Part 1
Yes this title was used to grab your attention. I wholeheartedly believe that human life begins at conception. I believe that the microscopic fertilized human egg is a human being. Newly formed human DNA is a newly formed human life. That tiny embryo is a created being fashioned in the image of the Almighty God. It is valuable enough for the Son of God’s blood to be spilled on its behalf. Within... read more
Apr 11, 2011
Catalyst West Coast. Notes. With Matt Chandler
Session 10 of Catalyst West Coast was conducted by Pastor Matt Chandler of The Village Church in the Dallas, Texas area. I have listened to Chandler’s sermons for a long time on iTunes, and have followed his battle with a malignant form of brain cancer since his diagnosis in November of ’09. So, I was very excited with the opportunity to hear him minister in person. Chandler took the stage in... read more
Jan 26, 2011
Encouragement for those Feeling Unworthy for Ministry
Here’s some random thoughts for those who are suffering from feeling unworthy to do the work God has called you to. Some things, I’m sure you’ve heard before, but it’s my prayer that you will be encouraged and strengthened by them: “God doesn’t call the ‘qualified’. He qualifies the ‘called’” Case in point: Gideon, Judges 6-8. “You... 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
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.