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If you're anything like me, then the chances are that you've had your fair share of struggles as a leader. These obstacles can be frustrating but in reality, aren't so much an issue to overcome rather than the everyday bumps in our careers and personal lives; this is what I write about on my blog.

Why Did We Choose ‘Mars Hill’ As Our Name?

Why Did We Choose ‘Mars Hill’ As Our Name?

When I tell people the name of our church, People often look at me with a blank stare. That stare says: “Why in the world would you choose Mars Hill for the name of your church?” Scripture says: A good name is more desirable than great riches; to be...

Friday’s Top 5: What You Should Never Hear From Staff

Friday’s Top 5: What You Should Never Hear From Staff

I have the privilege to serve with an incredible staff…a fired up group of people who love their church and have a “by any means necessary” mentality towards ministry. However, in my ministry experience, both in the life of Mars Hill, working with other churches and...

New Series for 2012: A Second Chance

New Series for 2012: A Second Chance

Everybody makes mistakes. Yours can be a new beginning. Sometimes your mistake in a relationship, with finances or work, is minor. Other times it can be life-changing. Either way, failure doesn’t have to be fatal. A Second Chance, shows you how God can transform your...

Let It (Or Them) Go

Let It (Or Them) Go

  As a pastor, my mission is to help people achieve positive change in behavior: for themselves, their family, and their teams.  Research shows that successful people have a strong need for self-determination. Simply put, this means, “I am doing, what I am doing...

How to Lead During Turbulent Times

How to Lead During Turbulent Times

Election season is in full effect.  Candidates are competing to be the leader of the free world.  However, the problems still remain. The stock market continues to remain volatile.  I am not sure that this is so much a response to President-Elect Obama as it is a...

Merry Christmas from The Stowers Family! from left to right: Josh, Shauntai, Lauren, Me, & Myles

What Christmas Is Really About?

What Christmas Is Really About?

Monday’s post challenged readers to ponder, “When Was Jesus Born?”  Tuesday’s and Wednesday’s posts explained why God chose Mary and Joseph as part of His divine plan. Many responded how they enjoyed reading and learning the truth surrounding Jesus’...

Why God Chose Joseph?

Why God Chose Joseph?

Are you enjoying the journey as we investigate the circumstances surrounding Christmas?  Personally, I’ve thoroughly enjoyed  our journey together.  We already know God chooses ordinary people to accomplish extraordinary things.  He chose a teenage girl to give...

Why God Chose Mary?

Why God Chose Mary?

This week we’re investigating the truth regarding Christmas.  While we navigate through massive malls, peruse exquisite boutiques, my goal is that the real meaning of Christmas IS NOT lost. Additionally, I want to show you how God uses EVERYDAY people to do...

When Was Jesus Born?

When Was Jesus Born?

The Christmas season is here and in full effect!   Although Christmas has been commercialized & secularized, many haven’t forgot that the reason for the season is Jesus Christ!  Although we traditionally celebrate Christ’s birth on December 25th, I can...

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Bold Prayers: How to Pray With Confidence and Expectation

Imagine opening a door to a world where your prayers reach the heavens and return to you with answers and miracles beyond your wildest dreams. Bold Prayers: How to Pray with Confidence and Expectation is not merely a book; it's a journey into the heart of faith, where fears are conquered and dreams are realized. Through the pages of this transformative guide, you will learn to speak to the Divine and do so with a boldness that beckons remarkable changes in your life.