Half…
June 30, 2009
Today is the last day of June. Have you thought about it? I know, most folks haven’t really given it a second thought. It struck me today that with the end of the day today we are halfway through 2009. This afternoon I spent a few moments journaling and reflecting on the following questions. How’s [...]
How does social media & the Kingdom work?
June 29, 2009
Yesterday, I had a friend share a recent Pickles comic strip that brought a laugh to one of our team meetings. The conversation that followed centered around the challenges of reaching every generation with the gospel and various ways to be faithful to this commission and effective as well. In a recent Fast Company article, [...]
Reflecting Upon Life
June 26, 2009
This week has been a powerful reminder of the brevity of life. I know that two celebrities, Michael Jackson and Farrah Fawcett, passed away this week. Anyone who has a television has most likely been unable to sidestep this news. It’s always interesting to listen to the spin the media places on celebrity deaths. For [...]
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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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