Archive | September, 2008

A Bad Day

The words used in various television broadcasts following yesterday’s defeat of the National Financial Package were:  “A BAD DAY.”  Well, that bad day of non-cooperation in Washington D.C. resulted in a bad day for many people from Wall Street to Main Street. The Dow Jones tumbled 777 points on Monday.  For those who live their [...]

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3 Important Things

FRIEND DAY is coming on October 12 in our church. The purpose of this day is to stretch each one of us and every segment of our ministry by inviting someone and bringing them to church on that day. Yes, every Sunday really is Friend Day, but this special emphasis works by calling us all [...]

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Grateful for Men like Ben Mayes and a Few Other Notes

I am so grateful for great men like Ben Mayes, who has served our ministry for the past 10 years. We will honor him only at our Springdale Campus this Sunday, even though his impact behinds the scenes at Pinnacle Hills has been huge. I am so grateful for Ben and Sue Mayes. They are [...]

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Nationwide 40/40 Prayer Vigil Begins Today

We are participating in the Nationwide 40/40 Prayer Vigil that begins today. Let me explain it. There is a simple prayer guide (one item a day with two or three supporting scriptures) that is a countdown to the election. The first 40 in the 40/40 is 40 days of prayer. This begins today and ends [...]

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Peyton Was Three Years Old on Monday

Our oldest grandchild, Peyton, turned three years old on Monday. His birthday party will be on Wednesday, but Monday he had some great times with some friends and his family. I spent a little time with them last night. Happy Birthday Peyton!
Jeana is in Atlanta today speaking to the North American Mission Board. They are [...]

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What Does Change Really Mean

Change is the buzzword on all political fronts this year. With the Presidency at stake, change is the word both major candidates are using continually. Matters like “real change” are being debated as well as who will provide “the needed changes.” With the challenges that have faced our nation the past few years, as well [...]

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Run To God

So many people are stirring with major concern and fear concerning the events of the nation’s economy this week. We are on some new ground as a nation, and so many are unsure where it is all going.  Yesterday, while conversing with Andy Wilson, our Executive Leader of the Ministry and Operations, he stated, “What [...]

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Ouachita

Last night, Jeana and I were asked to attend a gathering for Ouachita Baptist University. The room was mostly filled with alumni, although Jeana and I are not from this institution. I was probably invited due to Josh and Kate being Ouachita Baptist folks. Additionally, I have a relationship with Dr. Rex Horne, [...]

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A Time For Giving And Prayer?

What is going on in our nation’s economy? These are challenging times. On Monday, the Dow Jones closed down 504 points. Major upheaval is occurring. Many questions are arising about the true status of our nation’s economy. How should we respond?
Reality is, the Lord Jesus may be getting close to closing this chapter of God’s [...]

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Bringing Clarity to Our Ministry

I have made a very important decision that will bring clarity to our ministry. This decision pertains to the way we will function as an entire staff team. I have prayed and fasted over this decision, and sought the counsel of others.
The Office of the Pastor has the responsibility of providing overall leadership to the [...]

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