Yours truly, now known as "Prime Time," says it is time to move on…I am birthday celebration worn out. Last night was a blast at church with the special birthday party on my behalf. I am deeply grateful for all who led in it and participated with me to celebrate this event. Jeana had already given me a surprise party last Thursday night with some folks, so some of our poor close friends are more worn out on my birthday than I am. Thanks for enduring!

Peyton continues to grow and grow! Jeana and I babysat on Saturday afternoon and evening for a while so Josh and Kate could go out for some private time; the first time since Peyton has arrived. We enjoyed it thoroughly. Hopefully, some new pictures can be put online soon, perhaps even today.

Today, I am going to North Carolina and back to preach to the North Carolina Pastors Conference, so pray for me. Please pray for safety and for God to use me in a profound manner. What a privilege it is to speak to some of God’s servants along the way of life. I hope you will be in prayer for me.

Transition is happening as Rick Ray, our Senior Associate Pastor, moves into a new ministry calling in life, one he has longed to do for years. Rick will be remaining in our church, but leaving our staff as he travels to provide ministry, consultation, and care for churches of all sizes in America. Tell churches to contact Rick and use him for Jesus. As we give him up to "reach America," we bless him as he departs from our team by the end of the year. I will miss his encouragement to my life daily that I have had the privilege to enjoy for these five plus years. Pray for Rick and the success of his new ministry, "2nd Man Ministies."

The most exciting time for High School Football is occurring right now. Yes, some of our favorite teams like Springdale High, Fayetteville High, and Shiloh Christian are still in the playoffs. After winning week one, the journey gets tougher for each of the schools. We are so proud of all of our students who are on these teams, those who serve as coaches, and those who support the teams. Pray for safety for these teams and their travels during the final days of the season.

Decisions abound for me daily, just as they do for you. Along the way, pray for me. Pray for discernment and wisdom. Pray for God’s will and desire to be very clear to me.

The buildings are going up on both campuses and they are exciting. I surveyed personally both sites last week, in fact the Pinnacle Hills site, back-to-back days. "Wow" is a great word for both projects. These are great and exciting days, very exciting days. The Springdale project will be concluded by April ’06 and the Pinnacle Hills campus is on track to be completed by September of ’06.

Be blessed!

Your Friend,

Prime Time