Know what this is? Go here and read part one if you need to catch up. But it comes down to this. There can be absolutely no doubt whatsoever that Jesus’ primary mission was to seek and to save that which was lost. Lost people matter to God. I shared just a tiny percentage […]
READ MOREThere’s much talk and even more panic about the coming complete economic meltdown for Americans. And along with such talk and emotional unraveling is the ever present finger pointing. Here’s a small sampling of what I’ve heard just this week: Republicans are to blame Democrats are to blame President Bush caused this Barney Frank […]
READ MOREJesus talked a lot about the “99 principle.” In a nut shell, it’s about being willing to leave the comfort and safety of those who are dialed in to God—self feeders, servants, and maturing worshippers of the most high God—to go after those who are far from God. Here are just some of the scriptures […]
READ MOREUnfortunately, we didn’t win the 91.9 contest. It was close—51% to 49%. We started slow (about 20 percentage points down) and were closing fast, but, as we said, it was over at 20,000 votes. Oh well, it was fun and it means a lot to know how much our praise and worship team is loved […]
READ MOREFinally, the end of the rainbow is in sight! Southbrook’s worship team is in the final for the 91.9, “Our Church Band Rocks” contest. Sorry of we seem like the church who cries wolf on this one. But this really is the final final this time! At 10:00 am today the voting starts, and the […]
READ MORESometimes Churches are accused of being “too evangelistic.” I’m not sure how you can possibly over-do telling others about Jesus Christ and what His death and resurrection can mean for them if they will trust in Him. Such a decision ranks number one in importance against all other decisions we make in life. ALL other […]
READ MORESo what possible harm can it do to tell a kid he’s good at something he’s not really good at? It might even encourage him to put more effort in and actually get good at it. Well, that’s one way of looking at it, I suppose. The other way is to call it what it […]
READ MOREBefore we know it, another season of American Idol will be upon us. It will begin as always with a tour of several major cities and a first hand look (and hear) of some of the most talented singers/musicians around. It will also come complete with a mind numbing glimpse into the lives of some […]
READ MOREI’m thrilled to announce that Geoffrey Janes will be the Campus Pastor for Southbrook Monroe! The Janes’ are so excited about all that God has for them and the people of Monroe. This past week they said they could already feel the energy and anticipation from the launch team that continues to meet at Benten […]
READ MOREWe are getting close! Can you feel it?! I felt it this weekend! I usually try not to preach on the weekends we have our four hour membership classes. This time the planets misaligned and they hit at the same time (actually, they almost always do). And then I got sick on top of that […]
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