Husband. Dad to 5. Student Ministry Pastor. Follower of Jesus. Yatta yatta.

WHY DO I BUY STUFF MADE IN CHINA

Activism is a big deal these days in Christian circles. Especially the post modern or emerging ones. I hear lots of ranting about taking care of the poor. I hear lots of noise about war. I hear lots of talk on taking care of the planet. I'm a … [Continue reading]

MARRIAGES NOT WEDDINGS

Truth be told, I don't really enjoy doing weddings or funerals. The time, energy, effort, and money involved never make up for the time, energy, and cost to my family. I just don't have Saturdays or weekends or evenings to burn to do them. It's … [Continue reading]

DO YOU LEAD WORSHIP MUSIC?

If you do, then here are 3 people who do not, sharing a view from the pulpit and the pew on the subject. herehereand hereI don't agree with all their conclusions. I do have my opinion. But rather than make my list, I'd love instead to see a post … [Continue reading]

I WONDER IF I BLOG LIKE THIS?

This is an interesting read on how to blog well. I like a lot of what this post says. I doubt I'd make the list of regular reads of seminary professors, but I thought there were some good nuggets here on good blogging and some stuff I hope is true … [Continue reading]

FIRST PDYM COMMUNITY POST

This last week I was with some other pastors from around the country. It's a group of men and women who are trying to do student ministries and help all types of middle school and high school students find their way to love and follow Jesus. It's … [Continue reading]