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what does Jesus want us to understand
Often times when people repeat things over and over again, they are doing it intentionally because they really want you to get the point, the message, the emphasis. Notice what Jesus keeps repeating: Matthew 18:4 “Whoever humbles himself like this child is the greatest in the kingdom of heaven.” Matthew 20:26 “It shall not be so…
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raising children
“I have no greater desire than for my children to know and love and follow the Lord Jesus Christ.” Ministry is a blessing. And I do hope and pray that God would be pleased to use me to lead others to Him. But when it comes to my very own children, my passion is deep…
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JJ’s new bed
With our third son on the way and due very soon, we needed to get JJ moved out of a crib and Eli moved into JJ’s room. We did that this past weekend. Here is a video of us surprising JJ with his new bed. There are countless joys in parenting. This is one!
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fasting: how to & how not to
After preaching on Fasting recently, I’ve learned this about fasting: (it comes from Matthew 6:16-18) How not to fast: do not look gloomy do not do it to be seen by others do not do it looking for earthly reward (which is praise of man) How to fast: anoint your head wash your face do…
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selflessness
Life is not about you. This quote is good. We need to not be so selfish. “To consider persons and events and situations only in the light of their effect upon myself is to live on the doorstep of hell.” -Thomas Merton
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thoughts on fasting
Our church is taking this week to focus on prayer and fasting. We passed out a devotional guide to reading, praying and fasting this week. Today is the first day of it. Last night, I preached on Fasting. I want to share some awesome quotes that I found while preparing. Be blessed. My sermon title…
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coins
“Coins are like people, every single one has value.” -J Greene You may have noticed that I have tweeted this quote a few times recently. Its a big deal. It doesn’t need to be that important to you, but it sure is to me. People matter to me. They really do. Well, for years I…
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creator God
I have been preaching a 3-part series on “knowing God as creator” at the chapel services of CAL-Southwest. I have really enjoyed it. Here are some videos to help lead you in worshiping God as Creator! These videos bring tears to my eyes. God is amazing!
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teaching youth the Bible
For over 7 years, Valeria and I absolutely loved working with the young people of Fairdale. We loved it so much that we still find ourselves spending a large portion of our time with the Youth. We enjoy it! But God called me to be the Pastor of FBCF, and so now we do not…
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Fairdale High School FCA
One of my most enjoyable times of the week is the 30 minutes I get to spend at the nearby high school, Fairdale High. I go there once a week to be a part of their Fellowship of Christian Athletes meeting. God is working there, and I am blessed to be a part. This is…