Faith & Purpose Posts

Your members are seeking an experience of community!

Something that is becoming abundantly clear to me is that we as humans have been designed to operate in community. Whether it be at work, home, or play, deep within, we’re all seeking a sense of belonging to a... Read More »

Incredible!! 300 to 600 in one night!

In my post, “One person at time“, I raised the topic of “promotion” for consideration. It’s a topic many wrestle in general; however, applying it to the church tends to really raise some eye brows. Start talking about pastors... Read More »

We’re hurting our own!!

Today’s post may raise more questions than answers. It also may be a bit controversial; however, God has placed it on my heart to write. Simply stated, “Christians, we’re hurting our own!!” And, I might add to this, it’s... Read More »

Chris, have you written a book yet?

If I started collecting money every time someone asked if I’d written a book yet, I’d likely have a nice side stream income coming in. What is it with people seemly feeling like I need to write a book?... Read More »

Showing up randomly

As I walked the path today, I came to a particular area of the trail that my “yellow birds” tend to show up. For those of you that haven’t read my “yellow bird” stories, I encourage you to search... Read More »

“There is just something different about that one tree!”

This summer as I walked and talked with The Lord, I consistently have crossed a section of the path where I’ve notice this one particular tree that stands out over the rest. Being a blogger, I’ve often thought, “now... Read More »

Be careful, your words may have eternal significance!

A couple weeks ago @AaronBrockett @TradersPointCC taught one of the best sermons I’ve heard on the power of the tongue. With key passages from Proverbs, James 3, Matthew 12 as well as a few others, Aaron focused on man... Read More »

Wisdom is supreme!

Well, I just completed my spiritual retreat day yesterday. While I can’t say that there were any “burning bush” moments, the fire may have been lit and I just wasn’t experiencing it at the time. One of the things... Read More »

Hearing Jesus’ Distinct Recognizable Voice

Recently, I had the opportunity to read Jim Samra’s book, “God told me: who to marry, where to work, which car to buy and I’m pretty sure I’m not crazy – learning to listen for guidance from God.” As... Read More »

Koinonia

Koinonia! What is it? What does it mean? Or, if you’re like me, how do you even pronounce it? Beyond all of that, why should I care? Over the past few weeks, I have been completing Blackaby’s study, Experiencing... Read More »