Church family, I've been wanting to start a podcast for you all since before we came (by the way, did you know that Lynsey and I made an incognito visit at camp scholarship Sunday just over a year ago?). Conversations have been brewing, and we're getting close to actually making this a reality. Exciting stuff! … Continue reading Podcast–What I’m Thinking and How You Can Help
Near the end of a very dark time in my life, the Lord used a sermon from a friend based out of Hebrews 11:6-7. It reads, And without faith it is impossible to please him, for whoever would draw near to God must believe that he exists and that he rewards those who seek him. … Continue reading The Lord Honors Faith
I'm near the end of doing year-end reviews with the staff here at Lake Hills. Talking to these wonderful servants has made me realize something for us as leaders--we're in a post-Covid scramble. Covid was a huge curveball for everyone--churches included. The "rules" went out the window. There is no longer a normal "how we … Continue reading The Post-Covid Scramble
Church Family, Please pray for me as I start to prepare for a new series of sermons starting this Sunday. It will be a break from Colossians for a few weeks and will focus on music--specifically music for the gathered church. There is a little fear and trepidation in my heart as I broach this … Continue reading A New Series: Music Matters
I’m not going to lie to you, Lake Hills. I was nervous about Sunday night. I think that’s why I was a little “off” on Sunday morning. My mind was just focused on that night. Would anyone show up? Would it be super awkward? Would anyone sign up for prayer windows? I was putting too much … Continue reading Reflections on the Concert of Prayer
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