You are probably as lost as the random guy in this photo. You know, I think like most people, I had these big spring plans. Nothing in specifically planned details, but I was excited. This was my first spring with no football in like... sheesh.. 14 years or something. I was going to go fishing. … Continue reading 5 Things COVID-19 Isn’t Keeping You From Doing
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A Former Nominal Christian’s Current Concern: You don’t value Jesus
The Problem I could not begin to count the number of times that I have read the Parable of the Soils in Matthew 13. I’ve taught the passage many times in small group Bible studies. I’ve used it in one on one discipleship settings. I have preached a full length sermon on it in a … Continue reading A Former Nominal Christian’s Current Concern: You don’t value Jesus
“…Glory in our Sufferings…”
No one likes pain. I mean seriously!?! This is common knowledge for the vast majority of the human race. Physical pain, emotion strife, and everything in between... no thanks! "Uh yes, I'd like a Number 1 Combo, hold the pickles, sweet tea to drink. Can I get that with an extra side of torturous pain?" … Continue reading “…Glory in our Sufferings…”
Where were you when Kobe died?
LOS ANGELES - JUNE 17: Kobe Bryant #24 of the Los Angeles Lakers celebrates after Game Seven of the 2010 NBA Finals on June 17, 2010 at Staples Center in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Garrett Ellwood/NBAE via Getty Images) I was playing disc golf with my buddy, Parker. We were in the woods on … Continue reading Where were you when Kobe died?
You don’t belong in my Church [Op-Ed]
I feel very averse to confrontation. It's not a desire or a talent of mine to deal with confrontation very well. I'm passive aggressive, and I'm honestly weak in a lot of ways. Unfortunately, at the same time, I am incredibly passionate. I want to sound off on everything under the Sun-- arrogant, I know. … Continue reading You don’t belong in my Church [Op-Ed]
“Listen closely, for God is there”
Bob Goff, author of amazing books Love Does and Everybody Always has completely changed my outlook on serving and loving people. Bob is a man who never stops giving no matter the circumstance or person and rarely considers how much it will cost him. Over the last couple years, I have been learning this idea (really lifestyle) of how … Continue reading “Listen closely, for God is there”
The Midwesterner’s Guide to Fulfilling the Great Commission in 2020
If you didn't know this already, I spent 8 weeks this past summer serving Christ as an interim pastor in Illinois. I was filling in for a little church called Forsyth Baptist Church in Forsyth, Illinois. To sum it up briefly, it was absolutely incredible. If you want to hear more about it, check out … Continue reading The Midwesterner’s Guide to Fulfilling the Great Commission in 2020
Football Can’t Save You
I have officially ended my college football career. Actually, I have ended my football career entirely. A couple of Saturdays ago, I played my last football game ever. I will be graduating with my undergraduate degree in May of 2020. Prayerfully, I'll be heading into Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary in August on next year... if … Continue reading Football Can’t Save You
“Jesus is King” — The New Kanye
NEW YORK, NY - FEBRUARY 11: Kanye West performs during Kanye West Yeezy Season 3 on February 11, 2016 in New York City. (Photo by Dimitrios Kambouris/Getty Images for Yeezy Season 3) Of course, I have to join in on the conversation surrounding "Jesus is King," Kanye West's latest-- and most interesting-- album. Since the … Continue reading “Jesus is King” — The New Kanye
Should a believer watch “Game of Thrones?”
https://media.nbcnewyork.com/images/652*367/thronesbackx.jpg Warning: This is opinionated and contains discussion on some explicit topics. I've never personally been a big TV show guy. I don't really have the attention span to sit and watch things for long periods of time. This is precisely why I have several hobbies. It keeps me from getting bored. With that being … Continue reading Should a believer watch “Game of Thrones?”
