Friday Fun Facts
January 29, 2010
Goats do not have upper front teeth. Of all the words in the English language, the word “set” has the most definitions. Goat’s milk is used more widely throughout the world than cow’s milk. Phobatrivaphobia is fear of trivia about phobia. Native Americans do not have to pay tax on their land. Frogs cannot swallow [...]
I strongly dislike shopping
January 28, 2010
Okay, I said it! I really do strongly dislike shopping. Not because I have something theological against it, but because of my tendencies. Today, for example, I had to do some shopping in preparation for our medical mission trip to Cambodia next week. Just a few items but they were important nonetheless. One item is [...]
Wednesday Worship
January 27, 2010
Allen James (close × )
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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