Football & Faith
September 2, 2010
I am ready for some college football! My Longhorn gear is ironed and ready for the weekend. Literally millions of dollars will be spent this Fall on game tickets, travel, hotels, etc. as with any college football season. So what does football have to do with faith? Simple thought really. Less than 5 months from [...]
Withstanding Temptation
August 31, 2010
Let’s face it. We are all tempted by the enemy! Even though we are all tempted in different ways but the essence of the struggle is the same. The reality of my struggle is that far too often, I throw in the towel. I find it interesting how the ESV translates 1 Corinthians 10:13. “No [...]
Be Careful Little Eyes…
July 29, 2010
Yesterday, we explored several ideas to consider when making a big decision. Today, let’s revisit one of those principles – God speaks through His Spirit within us. The Psalmist declares of the Lord, I will instruct you and teach you in the way you should go; I will counsel you with my eye upon you. [...]
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I am blessed to serve as Pastor of the West Bradenton Baptist Church in Bradenton, Florida, since June ’08. Prior to this role, I served as Pastor to University Students (5 years) and as Pastor to Students (12 years).
I grew up in Bartlett, Tennessee, just outside of Memphis, TN. The Lord moved powerfully in my life as a freshmen in college regarding an unyielding commitment to Jesus Christ. I have never regretted that decision! I graduated from Memphis State University with a B.A. in Communications and a minor in Sociology. I received my Master of Divinity from Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary in Fort Worth, Texas. I am currently praying about beginning my doctoral studies in expository preaching.
My Family
My wife, Nova, and I have been married since June ’93 and we have one daughter, a pug named Lulu, and a border collie/lab mix named Tootsie.
In My Sparetime
In my spare time I enjoy spending time with family, golf, reading, home renovations, and cleaning the pool.
Random Facts
Favorite College Team: Texas Longhorns
Favorite Book of the Bible: Old Testament – Jonah; New Testament – John
Favorite Movie: Bourne Series
What I Enjoy Most About Ministry: I love seeing God completely transform a life and having the opportunity to be a small part of that process.
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