The Power Of A Seed

“Don’t count the seeds in the Apple, count the Apples in the seed” I am continually being reminded by God lately to take into consideration His perspective.  Jesus said, “Every good tree bears good fruit.”  But within our fast pace “results now” world we are not...

This was a first!

This week I did something I have never done before, and it is for the benefit of soo many!  I preached my Easter message to our pastoral staff at Open Life. What would make me do something like this?  Simple: I want to reach the broadest audience with a very clear,...

Don’t rush through life

Disneyland really got me thinking: My heart is exploding with inspiration lately.  Truly can’t explain the passion that is welling up within me at every turn and it is not coming from the expected sources. You would think the word, prayer and church would be the...

That branch will cost you!

That branch will cost you, cut it off!  That is the suggestion by all the arborists on the radio at least.  They get that holding on by a thread is not the way to thrive. Taking a walk last night it was amazing how many branches are just dangling from the trees.  For...

A day to remember

Hard to beat a day like today! Grace, Love and Generosity packed in one great day. For the past two months we have been shopping sales, and buying up the supplies for Liberty Ridge Elementary to be a tangible expression of the love and heart of generosity taught in...

Why I use a teaching team

Have you ever tuned out the familiar? We do that with music, noise and preachers! I find that there are many benefits to developing and utilizing a teaching team within your church. 1.  Perspective I love the insights that others bring to a series.  Where I may get...