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.
Have you ever been distracted at church even when you came wanting to worship God? Distractions during worship can minimize the powerful impact worship can have. We are easily distracted people. Upon further reflection, I've come to believe we have a very low...
Golf is an EXPENSIVE sport! Honestly, I'm not the greatest fan of golf. I only like a few aspects of the game and lugging a heavy bag of clubs around a lawn looking for a tiny ball and hole to put it in all day isn't one of them. Honestly, the best parts of the...
The BlackBerry Bold (my preferred device), Apple iPhone 3GS, Palm Pre, and a host of other smartphones all promise to help us accomplish more. Unfortunately, we live in an age where we're encouraged to purchase gadgets that allow us to do many things at the same...
Michael Jackson, one of the most widely beloved entertainers and profoundly influential artists of all-time, leaves an indelible imprint on popular music and culture. He is the King of Pop and we'll forever remember you! THANKS FOR THE MEMORIES & MUSIC MICHAEL!...
I often hear pastors and church leaders say: "Leading a church would be great if it weren't for church people." That may or may not be true, but, there is no such thing as leadership void of people. The challenge most church leaders face is that we're pulled in so...
Yesterday's worship experience was truly special! Life Development (Mars Hill's nursery, children, & youth ministries) took time to honor our fathers by sharing their gifts, talents, and abilities with the entire congregation. One read a special tribute...
Yesterday I was scheduled to blog, but a good friend invited me to attend yesterday's Cubs vs. White Sox game. How could I resist 🙂 The Cubs are what Chicago's all about! If you haven't visited Wrigleyville during the summer, you don't know what you're missing....
When you hear the phrase "God is closer than you think," what comes to mind? Personally, I'm overwhelmed with a sense of joy and confidence! The Bible is filled with examples of an intimate God keenly interested in connecting with ordinary people. He promises to be...
We had another incredible worship experience this past Sunday! I started a new series entitled: "Can You See Him?" Life usually sets us on a path that’s almost robotic and we forget to see God in all things - the good, the tragic, or even the mundane. As the two...
The longer I serve as pastor of a thriving church, the more I realize how VITAL prayer is! Prayer is the link to a vibrant and fruitful ministry. What if God granted you an opportunity to go back in time and speak to the wisest people who ever lived (people such as...
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