I define myself with clear priorities. I am first and foremost a follower and disciple of Jesus Christ, a born again child of God. I'm also a husband to an awesome wife, and a Dad to a wonderful daughter. Then I'm a Pastor to a great church. Sometimes I'm also a web and graphic designer. I love all of these realms of life and appreciate the people I've come to know in each. As a Pastor, and I'm sure other church leaders will identify with what I'm about to write, I can say that there is … [Read more...]
To God’s People: In Times of Gloom… Shine!
February 11, 2009 2 Comments
Early mid-morning yesterday, reports began trickling in from various sources that Walmart was laying off people from the home office (located here in Bentonville, Arkansas). By day's end, I think the number was around 850, maybe more. Walmart, McDonald's, and Dunkin' Donuts were three of the only companies that I had read about in the last month or two that seemed to be doing well in the midst of the recession. Something about the news reports, emails, and phone calls brought a sense of … [Read more...]
Sermon Brief: It’s a Good Time for Giving
December 7, 2008 Leave a Comment
[audio:http://www.bethelbentonville.com/wp-content/uploads/081207AM%20It%27s%20a%20Good%20Time%20for%20Giving.mp3|titles=Its A Good Time for Giving|artists=Brandon Cox] ONE GREAT TRUTH: We are living in economically hard times, which is the perfect time for us to become greater givers! … [Read more...]
