Monthly Archives: June 2009

On the road again…

Posted on June 29, 2009 by

As I type this I am riding in the back of our rented 09 Ford Escape Hybrid as we drive past Pensacola, FL on our cross country road trip. Updates are limited to my mobile device and therefore will be … Continue reading →

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The Ultimate Youth Pastor?

Posted on June 22, 2009 by

Here is a youtube video parody of what a youth pastor shouldn’t be.  Obviously the spoof took things to the extreme, but I feel that a focus on culture without a foundation of Scripture very easily leads one down the … Continue reading →

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The “C-Factor”…

Posted on June 19, 2009 by

So, I took a test online today that tests your “Calvinism.”  Here are my results….though I’m not sure if I should have waited until after ordination to post this. Test your C-Factor 86% You are a genuine Calvinist. You have … Continue reading →

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Book Review…

Posted on June 18, 2009 by

Or perhaps I should say “Booklet Review.”  Whilst enjoying a week at The Wilds Christian Camp I noticed that my wife had brought along the book “What is a True Calvinist?” by Philip Graham Ryken.  Having finished up my ordination … Continue reading →

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Getting Wild”s”!!!

Posted on June 16, 2009 by

This week I am enjoying the beautiful scenary of North Carolina as my wife and I act as sponsors for some of our teens at the Wilds Christian camp.  These weeks are always very refreshing both physically and spiritually.  On … Continue reading →

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Open hand vs. closed fist…

Posted on June 8, 2009 by

I recently stumbled upon a post by Brian McLaren where  in addition to praising our President for his naivet….er….open handed policy toward the Muslim world, mulled over how we should be less “closed fisted” (focusing on the doctrine and demands … Continue reading →

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Of trips and toys…

Posted on June 5, 2009 by

June is here!  And for those familiar with the ministry God has privileged me to be a part of, you know that this month is historically very busy.  This year is no exception. Next week Em and I will be … Continue reading →

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