Merry Christmas from Our Family!
December 24, 2009
Merry Christmas from the James Family! Today has been filled with last-minute shopping and anticipation of a restful few days with family and friends. Tomorrow morning our daughter is making breakfast for us and we will gather together and read the story of Messiah’s birth from Luke 2. We are grateful that because of His [...]
Wednesday Worship – Christmas Pt 3
December 23, 2009
Those who know me well understand my eclectic appreciation for music. This is a beautiful song, Emmanuel, performed by Chris Botti with violinist, Lucia Micarelli. Emmanuel – God is with us!
Christmas Traditions
December 21, 2009
Christmas Day is almost here. For most of our married years, the Lord has called us to serve in areas away from our extended family. We have always enjoyed family gatherings around Christmas, but typically not on Christmas Day. Since we only have one daughter, Christmas morning is always a thrill. However, since she would [...]
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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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