The Problem with Politics
December 29, 2009
The last week or so has been an interesting one around Washington. Whether observing the recent Health Bill passed on Christmas Eve or the aftermath of the attempted Christmas Day bombing aboard Northwest Flight 253, politics are alive and well. Unfortunately, playing politics is not limited to the government either. I encounter people who find [...]
Lessons in Priorities – Compliments of the U.S. House
December 10, 2009
During the month of December, we have several of our church family teaching/preaching during our Wednesday Evening Midweek Prayer & Worship Gathering. Last evening, my friend Shane challenged us from God’s Word on the topic of wasting time. I have discovered that when I am overwhelmed or even at times when I am uncertain as [...]
A Valuable Leadership Lesson
May 17, 2009
Leadership is an art. One of the lessons I continue to learn is the art of listening as a leader. I must continue to understand where those I seek to lead are philosophically (how do they view the world?), emotionally (what are their passions?), experientially (what experiences have shaped them?), and morally (what are their [...]
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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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