Quick! How do you keep the attention of a generation of church goers eternally distracted by the internet, cellphones, and technology. You make technology your friend - you leverage it for the Glory of God. Mars Hill - TWO Churches in ONE Location As much as I hate...
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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.
The Number One Rule of Dating (Break it & You'll Regret It)!
The beauty and challenge of pastoring an urban, thriving, and large congregation are the number of singles who attend. Our church is filled with people who've never been married, recently divorced, and widows. Â Since I counsel them all, most are eager to get back into...
Friday's Top 5 – A Church Men Would Love To Attend
Mars Hill is the kind of church men would love to attend. Every Sunday, church pews fill up with despondent women who are forced to worship without the men in their lives. A recent survey by Ellison Research found that 31% of men never attend church even on holidays...
Yes, It's Just That Simple!
I am sensing Easter Weekend will be HUGE! Â Why? Â The enemy is busy, the weather won't cooperate, and it appears the distractions just won't go away! Â However, I'm reminding myself to remain steadfast...unmovable...while ALWAYS abiding in the Word! Â In short, this too...
An Open Letter To The Greatest Members – PERIOD!
God blessed me with an opportunity most pastors rarely experience - an opportunity to pastor a large and thriving congregation that grows daily (Acts 2:42-47). I'm humbled because I had a strong and solid foundation to build upon. Although our church experienced many...
Easter Weekend 2011 – "Just For Me"
The message of Easter is quite simple:Â "Jesus Did It...Just For Me."Â He became the ULTIMATE SACRIFICE so that we may have a personal relationship with God. At Mars Hill, we're praying, planning, and preparing to serve thousands of people who will attend our Weekend...
Today's Church: A Women's Thing?
People often joke: "You have a greater chance seeing Marvin Gaye (R.I.P) at the Superbowl than seeing men attend church."Â Although some men attend church regularly, it is a fact many do not attend...at least not with the frequency and regularity women. Churches from...
Getting To The Next Level – Pt. 3
It appears I hit the right nerve judging from your response to "Getting To The Next Level." Â Thank you for sharing the articles with others via Facebook and Twitter. I'm humbled and happy that others are able to experience what you have. Â If you haven't read Part 1...
Getting To The Next Level – Pt. 2
Yesterday's post on getting to the next level created a lot of interest.  Although it's not reflected in the comments section, I received several encouraging emails and text messages from people aspiring to get to the next level.  If you missed it, you can read it...
Getting To The Next Level
No matter what you’re doing, there comes a time when you are going to want to take things up a notch.  Maybe it’s your career — even if things are going along fine right now, ultimately you’d like to get a promotion, increase your client base, or reach a larger...
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.

