Archive | June, 2007

Schedule is Heavy

When we attend a Southern Baptist Convention, leisure does not exist. Jeana and I have been involved in various meetings, as well as convention programs and activities. We have not stopped since we have been here. On Monday night (really Tuesday morning, I guess) I was involved with some ministry matters until [...]

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One Year Ago Today I Went Through A Very Challenging Time

Through a sequence of events one year ago, I was nominated to be the President of the Southern Baptist Convention. Due to several events, many of which were senseless and unfair, I came under incredible attack in every way possible five weeks prior to the actual election. It began within 24 hours of [...]

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In San Antonio for Southern Baptist Convention

Today is a pivotal day for three of the women in our fellowship of believers. They have responsibilities that will influence at least hundreds and perhaps thousands of pastor’s wives. Please pray for them today.
Kathy Ferguson, our Director of Women’s Ministries at Pinnacle Hills, is the keynote speaker this morning for this gathering. [...]

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Sunday Is Coming, So Please Be There

Sunday is coming, and God is moving big-time in our midst. I am so encouraged by the movement of the Holy Spirit in our church. God is up to something big, and I want us to embrace His movement completely.

The ministry of prayer is happening on both of our campuses. The Lord [...]

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Peyton Is At A Fun Stage!

My grandson, Peyton, who will be two years old in October, is at a fun stage. He is becoming “a real person,” if you know what I mean. He is beginning to communicate, putting words together, and is always moving and then moving some more. I tell you, he has been a [...]

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The Next Great Move of God

Have you considered what the next great move of God will look like? Obviously, none of us know for certain what it will look like, but I want to share a few thoughts I have on my heart. I believe the next great move of God will . . .
*Come out of a [...]

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Pictures of Reese Caroline

Reese Caroline, our first granddaughter, is just over a week old in these pictures. Jeana has been with Nick and Meredith for a few days, and she sent me these pictures to post on my blog today. You can tell by one of the photos that Nick is already dressing her in Arkansas Razorback [...]

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