That was awkward… Last Sunday, I spoke at my church – Cross Points Church. This month, we’ve been discussing money. Slice it any way you want, money is an awkward subject…especially at church. My daughter summed it up well the week before I preached. She said, “Dad, I always think it’s kind of weird when Pastor David […]
Rights die here.
Take your ‘buts’ to the Cross! Like any sub-culture, growing up and attending the same church for 30+ years, you hear some stories. One of my favorite stories from the “old days” happened sometime in the 70’s. The story goes something like this… The old saint, Brother Catron, was preaching a Sunday evening message, and he […]
Redemption (not perfection)
It’s gonna be quiet! This will be my last post in the next week or so. We’re in the last stages of moving, with the final push on Thursday! I also have the privilege of preaching at the Cross Points Church Sunday service this week. All of this combined is putting some pressure on me. […]
What’s your story?
Epic At Cross Points Church this month, we’re having an emphasis on small groups, so I’m hosting a group of about 15 people in our home. Sunday afternoon was our first meeting. We are discussing a book by John Eldredge (most famous for his book, Wild at Heart) called Epic: the Story God is Telling. […]
2013: A Year of Transformation
The last gasps 2013 is on life-support. There are only hours left until a brand new year begins. I’ve spent the last few days contemplating what I’ve gained this year and dreaming for 2014. The last several years, my year has revolved around my Word of the Year. I’ve gained so much from this discipline […]
Greatness (or how to handle a new life).
Dealing with a new life. I’ve found myself struggling with the strangest things since recently taking a position at my home church. An example The church is 30 miles from our home. Kia and I both drive gas-hogging SUVs. For our own sake, we needed to purchase a more economical car. I went back and […]
