Followers of Jesus, and especially leaders, are called to invest in the destiny of others. One way we do that is through intentional coaching and mentoring. The story of Apollos in Acts 18 is a great example of how mentors can help you up-level your game. […]
I recently was able to share my story and songs on the Nashville Alive TV show. We talk about my background in the jingle biz, how I got into worship, A New Anointing and No Easy Answers. It was a lot of fun! Check it out, I’m the second guest at 12:53 into the show, [...]
Why do Christians worship? Why should we sing and praise and worship God? Matt Redman has a wonderful song entitled “10,000 Reasons†that offers many affirmations for praising God. But there are far more than just 10,000 reasons to bless and worship the Lord. Here are what I consider to be 10 amazing reasons “why we worship”. These are [...]
Had a wonderful Resurrection Sunday service at Christ Community Church in McMinnville. Jesus is the game changer! The backdrop in this Instagram graphic was a painting that was created live and upside down during the worship! Amazing! The painting coincided with pastor Paul’s message on things being turned upside down. Man I haven’t posted a #sundaysetlists [...]
[Video Above] Saturday Holy Week Devotional For this year’s Holy Week, I experimented with sharing a daily morning video devotional on Facebook Live. This was my first time doing such a thing and it was both a little nerve wracking and fun. Ultimately I was really blessed to see so many people show up, more [...]
During Holy Week I’m sharing a short video devotional every morning at 6:59am CST on Facebook Live, April 10-15. Join us in real time or watch the replay on my Facebook profile. #HolyWeekExperience Years ago I discovered the riches available when we practice “worship as a lifestyle” by allowing the Christian calendar to shape our spirituality. [...]
Recently I’ve attended several churches as an incognito visitor and I’ve noticed a trend – a lot of people don’t seem to be singing in worship these days! There definitely seems to be a decline in congregational singing from say, 10-15 years ago. Now this is an admittedly subjective observation – I am probably biased [...]
Once upon a time, wrestling with God about the pain and confusion going on in my world and those around me, I wrote this song called  “No Easy Answersâ€. Recently there’s been a renewed interest in the song and I’ve been in a lot conversations with folks about these thoughts. I’d like to share some reflections. [...]
Well I’m excited to return to Eastern Europe this year with my wife Ivalene. During the month of May 2017 we will teach in Ukraine, then minister in Bulgaria, lead worship in Hungary and finish in France. We’ll depart the USA the beginning of May and return at the end of May. It will be [...]
For May 2017 I‘ve been invited back to teach at UETS and a Worship Conference in Ukraine. Ivalene and I will do this trip together. We will also minister in Bulgaria, Hungary and France during that trip. Find out all about it in this post. MISSIONS REPORT FROM MY UKRAINE 2016 TRIP In 2016 I served [...]
