I’ve had a number of seasons where I attempt healthy eating. My wife and I have tried doing the Paleo things, we have done Whole30, and lots of other plans for cleaning up your eating habits. Probably the most frustrating thing about many of those plans is that they work. If I could be honest … More Keep it Relational
I love celebrity impressions. There is something so humorous about watching one actor try and play another actor. In fact, one of my favorite Tonight Show segments is a bit called the Wheel of Impressions. Here is a classic – Jimmy Fallon and Kevin Spacey doing impressions with a Halloween theme. A good impression is … More Who is the Real You?
I’ve spent the last 20 years of my life figuring out how to grow spiritually. For the last 15 years I’ve given great focus to helping those alongside me grow spiritually as well. In the Church-world we call this the work of Spiritual Formation. I remember the first few years of my spiritual journey were … More How to Grow People Spiritually
This morning I have a quick thought for the driven leader – those of us who can focus so hard on a goal that everything else is a blur. If that is you, I have a small encouragement for you: Slow down for fun. I love driving forward. I really enjoy pushing ahead. I can … More Slow Down for Fun
When it comes to the work of recruiting and leading volunteers there is a sacred intersection which we must navigate. It is a convergence of 2 responsibilities we have as spiritual leaders. Each responsibility has its own level of importance in the work of building the church. Each one involves nuances and complexities more numerous … More A New Volunteer Intersection
I am captured by the idea that God CAN do more, is ABLE to do more and DESIRES to do more than I could ever imagine. I am convinced that you and I sit on the edge of a mighty move of God. Do I know what it will look like? No. Do I know … More 3 Ways to Prepare for a Move of God
My last post shared a few thoughts about systems of care which allow us to serve large numbers of people with great intentionality. At the encouragement of a fellow pastor I want to share some uber practical next steps of follow up that work hand in hand with a good system of care. A good … More A Good System for Follow Up
This past weekend we celebrated something that has come to be one of my favorite parts of working at 12Stone Church. From time to time we will create space in a weekend service for a special response moment at the end of service. We have affectionately come to call these weekends “Open Baptism” weekends. “Open Baptism” … More Serving People Through a System of Care
Every leader longs for unique momentum in the arenas where they lead. It is a special thing when you feel the wind at your back… to know that your results are not limited to the effort you’re bringing to the table. This is exactly why so many people express a desire to be a part … More The Exponential Power of Prayer
One of my wife and I’s favorite little spots to each is a place in Buford, GA called Rico’s World Kitchen. The reason it is near the top of our list is because of our first experience there. The place was a hole in the wall, with seating for maybe 10 people. While the food … More You Can Be an Owner
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