Quick updates
It’s been a while since I last updated. A lot’s been going on, but here’s the Cliff Notes version:
Youth group lock-in
The youth group lock-in…
Following Daniel’s example of holy living
Lately I’ve been thinking a lot about Daniel in the Old Testament, specifically the following:
Daniel 6:4
Then the other administrators and princes began…
Back together with Dana for 2006
Whew, the holiday season is finally over. It’s good to be back in my apartment tonight and looking forward to my regular weekly schedule starting tomorrow…
What I learned in 2005
— Ministry is sometimes more grind than glamor.
— Life-change in those following me starts with life-change in my own life.
— There is some…
Thanksgiving pictures
By popular request, I’m adding more pictures of my new niece. Yes, she is absolutely adorable and a whole lot of fun. :) I’ll throw in some other…
Made it safely to PA
After a pretty uneventful flight to Philly, I’m finally here with my family enjoying some much needed rest after a crazy weekend in Nashville. The flight…
What blogging has taught me
The blogging community has taught me three things:
1. We all have something to say
2. We have a need to be heard
3. We want to know that our thoughts are…
The good side and shadow side of ministry
Refer here for the background concerning these questions.
Today’s question: What was one of the first experiences you had (or heard about) in ministry…
Ministry leadership questions
Tony Myles, a youth pastor in Michigan, e-mailed me last week asking if I’d participate in a survey he wrote for one of his Masters Of Ministry projects…
My former pastor apologizes
Wow. The title should say enough, huh? Definitely wasn’t expecting this one.
The Story
Last night as I was on my way out the door, my cell phone rang…