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Growing up, we had a matryoshka doll on a book shelf in our living room.  I remember taking this doll and opening it to find another, smaller, doll inside.  This continued to happen until you reached the last and the smallest doll. I have never been one to play with dolls (although my mom and [...]

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Hey everybody! It’s been a minute since I have updated the blog. A lot has been going on in my life. If you haven’t heard the word yet, I have big news. So here it is: I’m moving to Austin, Texas! I’m going to serve at Celebration Church as assistant youth pastor and to serve [...]

For all of you who having been asking… here it is.  Many of the youth leaders and youth have asked for recommendations on worship music and books to read. So for all of you and whoever else, here is a short list of what I recommend to you!~ MUSIC Bethel Live, Brian & Jenn Johnson, Christ [...]

What does the word enthusiasm bring to mind?? Cheerleaders? Salesmen? Infomercials? Ephesian 6:7 says, “Work with enthusiasm, as though you were working for the Lord rather than for people.” My thought of the day would be this: Believers have more to be enthusiastic about than anyone in the world and in turn should be the [...]

After much delay, I’m BACK in the blog world! Tonight I had the wonderful opportunity to teach young youth leaders and there was one word: JOY! 1 Peter 1:8 says “Though you have not seen Him, you love Him and though you do not see Him now, but believe in Him, you GLADLY REJOICE with [...]

Over an 800yr period the Romans crucified 600,000 people,Only 1 came back to life.It split history into BC/AD. 1 Corinthians 15:3-8 (Msg) “The first thing I did was place before you what was placed so emphatically before me: that the Messiah died for our sins, exactly as Scripture tells it; that he was buried; that [...]

It is one of the most famous conversations in history.   It is one of the most well known one liners known to man.   It is identified on posters at sporting events.   Seen on bumper stickers and book covers.   Used so much and so well known, it has become cliche’ to most. [...]

Just got back from L.A.  I had so much fun! I went to Laguna beach and Huntington beach.  I ate at In & Out, El Pollo Loco, Duke’s, and Randy’s donuts.  Most of my time was spent at Saddleback church in Orange County.  The reason I went was to go tho the Celebrate Recovery Summit. [...]

In a day where people hate their jobs, relationships, financial situation, etc.  I can’t help but say, I LOVE my life!  I’m quoting two young men who have a lot of fun in life, Sam and Lake (S-DOO and L-DOO).  ”I LOVE MY LIFE!!!” Here is a list of reasons I love my life: -Jesus. [...]