The Number 1 Secret to Experiencing the Ultimate Marriage

Today is our 16th Anniversary. I’m so blessed with an incredible wife.  If you know Alisha then you know I married up.  Most people agree, they like me but they…



What happens when you say no to God?

Have you ever said, “No” to God? Maybe you haven’t explicitly done this.  But if you’re like me I bet there’s been many times in your life that you have neglected…



How do we use our time well to shape our children into lifetime followers of Jesus?

This week our kids started back to school here in Atlanta!  And I haven’t been able to get these words out of my mind… “When it comes to kids you…



Living in the tension of being vs. doing

I’ve always thought Martha gets thrown under the bus. Have you ever read or heard the story taught of Mary & Martha in Luke 10?  Here’s how I’ve heard it…



10 Things I Pray for My Son

Happy Birthday Will! Can you believe he’s 9 years old today!? Today & everyday I’m so proud to call this guy my son.  He makes me proud in so many…



Is it Time for You to Rest?

Is it time for you to rest? I know it is for me. After what may have been the busiest summer of my ministry career I’m enjoying this week of…



The Church, Customer Service & the Consumer Mentality

How good is your church at customer service? This week we have worshiped on top of a hill in an amphitheater, we have worshiped in a gym, we have worshiped…



I found my life when I laid it down

Last night I was blessed to baptize my good friend Gregory Massey! I’m here this week at the City of Children in Ensenada, Mexico.  This place is special & for…



Keep this on repeat… Sons and Daughters

There are 4 albums that are stuck on repeat right now for me.  They provide a great soundtrack for this season of my life. House fires 2 itunes Amazon  …



The Secret to Finding Joy

What are you most grateful for today? I could answer that question a thousand ways.  I’m sure you could too.  But at the top of my list is my family….