We ended 2007 with a bang at The Bridge. A lot of new things occurred this past Sunday: 1. Daryl did a great job with the welcome. It was his first time doing it. He is one of the most faithful and committed persons I know. He came that morning with the welcomed written up [...]
Archive for December, 2007
It’s a Wrap
Posted in Christmas, New Year, The Bridge on December 31, 2007 | Leave a Comment »
Sneek Peek
Posted in Christmas, Holidays, The Bridge, presentation on December 28, 2007 | 1 Comment »
I’m excited about our Holiday presentation this Sunday at The Bridge called, The King That Tried to Steal Christmas. I’m also a bit nervous as well. Last night, Patrice, our Connection Team leader, tried to get a sneak preview out of me. I stood my ground. She’s not the only one that has tried. I [...]
On The Go
Posted in leadership, learning, preparation on December 27, 2007 | Leave a Comment »
Preparation prevents us from being caught off guard. However, there are some things that you can’t always prepare for. You have to learn as you go. Too often we fail to admit that life is filled with mysteries. God called Moses to free the Israelites. Confrontations with kings, performing miracles, dealing with complaining people, and [...]
Holiday Tips 2007
Posted in Christmas, Holiday Season, Tips, Update, gifts, giving on December 24, 2007 | 1 Comment »
Here are a few things to remember this Holiday season. 1. It is better to give than to receive. Giving and exchanging are two different things. 2. The first six letters of Christmas spells Christ, not department store. 3. Giving gifts should be out of love, not to impress others. 4. Don’t feel pressured to [...]
The Gift of Giving
Posted in Christmas, generosity, giving, less fortunate on December 23, 2007 | 2 Comments »
There’s a homeless lady that has been attending The Bridge on a regular basis. Our leadership team decided to purchase some items for her this Christmas. I was amazed and touched by how they stepped up to the plate in showing kindness to her. They got her clothes, gift cards, a bible, and other items. [...]
Ditto
Posted in The Bridge, church planting on December 23, 2007 | Leave a Comment »
Want to know how things were at The Bridge this morning? Read Mark Batterson’s blog entry, Ghost Town. It’s almost as if he took the words right out of my mouth! His entry was very affirming and encouraging as to where we are right now.
Lord of the Rings 4 & 5
Posted in Lord of the Rings, The Hobbit, movies on December 22, 2007 | Leave a Comment »
Well, not really. Just discovered via Cold Leftovers that their are two Hobbit films in the works: The Hobbit and a sequel.
Treeless
Posted in Christmas, Christmas trees, family on December 22, 2007 | Leave a Comment »
My wife and I decided not to do the Christmas tree thing this year. For the past two years, we’ve bought real trees which has been quite different for me. I grew up setting up artificial trees. One of my wife’s co-workers decided to give her the tiniest Christmas tree I’ve ever seen. I guess [...]
Bearing Fruit
Posted in bearing fruit, church growth, church planting, development on December 21, 2007 | Leave a Comment »
Most of us desire to see our churches and ministries grow. I’m learning that in order to grow you will have to loose some people. From a natural perspective, it doesn’t make sense. Yet, it’s part of God’s pruning process. There are three major times when God begins to cut: 1) When He wants to [...]
New Year Quickly Approaching
Posted in 2008, New Year, downtown Silver Spring, forecasting, outreach on December 20, 2007 | 1 Comment »
I’m looking forward to the New Year. Can you believe 2008 is already approaching us? I’m still getting adjusted to 2007. I’m going to spend some time over the next few weeks continuing to forecast for the upcoming year. I have a few ideas, but I’m waiting to see what’s on God’s hard drive before [...]
