When my brother and I were younger (and even now, somewhat) we were avid Wrestling fans. We (and our cousins too) would imitate all the legends… I mean Sting, Ric Flair, Randy Savage (RIP), Bret Hart, Hulk Hogan, Triple H, The Rock and Stone Cold Steve Austin. We were totally obsessed. And if I can […]
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3 Quotes that have been shaken me recently “Church: some go to worship, some go to be entertained. *If church isn’t drenched w/the Holy Spirit it could be just christian entertainment.” by Shaun Alexander [from twitter] Ummm, WOW! These words are so true… I have a blog right now in draft concerning this that I […]
Sometimes, I think about the condition of a person heart, soul and spirit as it relates to the things that motives mines. I have noticed lately, especially in the church that we have pacified and sugar-coated the Gospel (the Bible) to some mediocre story that makes us feel good and leaves us excited without revelation. […]
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This past Sunday I had the awesome honor of speaking to 212° North Youth(Youth Ministry of Victory North Church). Really shared what was on my heart for the past 4-5 month about God releasing a remnant of young people to total abandoned themselves for God. I titled the message Leaky Cistern. Here are all the scriptures we read/referenced: […]
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Wow, it’s been a while since my last blog… time really flies by when you are having fun and enjoying life. I have met so many amazing people in the last year that it is unbelievable the amount of favor God has given me. Seven (7) months ago, I entered into a journey of uncertainty […]
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For months now, all I’ve been listening to on my ipod & computer is my friend, Christian Lewis’ song entitled “If It’s Alright”… there’s a line in the song/chorus that says “If It’s Alright, can I drink of your wine” – Ugh, this has been eating at me each time I hear this song. To […]
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Over the next few blogs, I will outline 5 things I have learned in leadership. These key things have help shape my “philosophy” in youth ministry and overall leadership especially in the church. Seek GRACE not Title PASSION Over Production Wait At HIS Feet – Listening The “Conference HIGH” Will Leave You Wounded INVEST In […]
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