Tennessee District Council

The Tennessee District Council begins tomorrow night and will continue through Wednesday. I look forward to attending and catching up with our Tennessee pastors. Pray for this year's council. May God pour His Spirit out on the men and women who serve His church. Let us all come home changed and ready for whatever God has for us and the churches we serve.

Great Service!

God never ceases to amaze me! I truly enjoyed service this morning at Living Free Fellowship. The presence of God was rich. Devin Williams did a great job leading worship this morning. He ushered us into the presence of the Lord. I finished up our series this morning entitled, "Church at Work!" We had a lady walk the aisle this morning and give her heart to the Lord. I am so proud of her and what God has done in her life. It was through tears that she made a commitment to Jesus. My heart rejoices along with heaven. I anticipate what God has for the weeks and months to come.

A Finished Work

I cut my yard for the first time this season today. I almost let it get out of control. The trimming almost took me as long as actually mowing the yard. The good news is it's finished! It's comforting to know something is finished.

In just a few days we will be celebrating Easter. Easter represents a finished work! Jesus redeemed a lost world by giving His life on a cross! As He hung between heaven and earth he made the statement, "It is finished!" He accomplished what His Father sent Him to do and now He sits at the Father's right hand. He lives! He reigns forever! It is finished!

What needs finishing in your life? Is there something you need God to accomplish in you? There is no better time than the present. God is able if you are willing. Start today before it gets out of control.

Cherish Your Kids!

I can't believe my youngest turned four today. My littlest is not so little anymore. They grow up so fast.

It has been another birthday "week". We started on Sunday at Granny's house with cake, balloons and presents. Tonight was the dinner and a movie with the family. We had a great time hanging together. I had the privilege before bed to sit with her and ask her about the day. To hear her talk about today and watch her eyes as she recounts the day is simply amazing. I am honored to have spent time with her today.

The blessing doesn't stop there... I am blessed not by one, but four beautiful daughters who call me daddy. God has been good. Let me encourage you to cherish your children. It doesn't matter if they are 5 or 35... cherish and love them. I can't say enough about my own.

The Park

Had a great day today. The church came together under the banner of children's ministry at the park. We played on the jungle gym, tossed the pigskin and had a picnic. It was awesome to spend time with my family and my church family.

The Forum

This past week has been amazing. I had the privilege of going to Southeastern University in Lakeland, Florida to The Forum. The Forum is a leadership conference geared toward businesses and churches. Speakers included: Mark Rutland, Henry Cloud, Matthew Barnett, Bill George, Patrick Lencioni, Tim Sanders, Dave Ramsey, Erwin McManus, Craig Groeschel, Megyn Kelly, T.D. Jakes, and Jack Welch. All amazing! My brain is on overload. It was the best conference I've been to. I have many things to process from this week. I truly have been challenged. If you get a chance to go in 2010... go!

The Day

It's been a great day with the family. We loaded up all the girl's bikes and went to Sanders Ferry Park. I took the opportunity to run about a mile while the girls chased me on their bikes. We finished out the day playing on the play equipment and sand box. It was good to get out and enjoy the 78 degree weather. I'm looking forward to Sunday. Don't forget to set your clocks ahead tonight. Have a wonderful evening.

Let God!

I'm always amazed at what the Lord can do if we will get out of the way and let Him work. I so appreciate the spirit of unity at Living Free Fellowship. God's presence was rich this morning. I watched as tears ran down the face of our people as they lifted their hands toward heaven crying out to the Lord. Only time will tell what was accomplished in the lives of those in attendance. Only time will tell what will become of those moments in God's presence. I know God is able. He is able to do above all that we ask or think. I pray that we will be changed. I pray it will become less of us and more of Him. I look forward to where the Lord is taking the church. He is faithful... I pray we will be!