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Saved by grace. Servant by calling. Husband of Paula. Father of Linley Beth. Lead Pastor of The Point Community.

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Archive for August, 2007

Missional Evidence

Tuesday, August 28th, 2007

I have not had much time to devote to blogging lately, there is so much right now that is keeping me busy. I normally spend a few minutes in the late evening writing, blogging and surfing- but it’s been a bit crazy with renovations at The Point and follow up with so many new people each [...]

Down By The Creek

Sunday, August 26th, 2007

This is somewhere in Elkhorn Creek with Abbi Rose, Linley, Emily, Kelly and Matt (and Lucy). We hiked down to the creek after swimming at Kelly and Vicki’s place.
…not sure what Kelly is doing behind me there…it’s above my head

Paula and Vicki (avoiding the water) and Linley getting in the water. She’s not afraid of much.

Linley [...]

Big People, Little God

Friday, August 24th, 2007

Many times in talking with people about their relational struggles, there is amost always one common bottom-line: people are really big in their lives and God is very small. Think about it…every self-esteem issue, every rejection fear, every relationship struggle results from people having a place in our life that only God can fill.
Over the [...]

Stepping It Up - part 3

Monday, August 20th, 2007

and some more…
I keep adding to the previous post as I have a few minutes. It’s been a super long day, about a 14 hour work day (no kidding)- but it’s all good.
The Next Level thing is more than a logo and a little phrase. Last Saturday was really great in a number of ways. [...]

Stepping It Up - parts 1 and 2

Sunday, August 19th, 2007

After several days of long hours, many volunteers and lots of work- the renovations at The Point are in full swing. The backdrop wall is complete and ready for painting. New lighting, stage effects, painting the ceiling and more are just around the corner. Our theme for this fall is NEXT LEVEL. We are ‘packaging’ [...]

It’s Good To Be Home And Random Items

Monday, August 6th, 2007

Arrived home safely after a long trip from the gulf coast. Driving from the bottom of Alabama to the top of Alabama took up most of the trip. No offense to Alabama, but lower Alabama (L.A. as the the locals call it) is less than interesting (I’m trying to be kind.)
I am excited to get [...]