One of the greatest days I have ever experienced as a pastor happened on February 11, 2001.  It was on that day that our Springdale location embraced 100% the vision and strategy to begin The Church at Pinnacle Hills.  When that was approved, very little was located within that square mile.  Village on the Creek existed, the tower at Pinnacle Point, and the Market building which has now changed tenants.  Today, it is remarkable what has occurred.

Within that square mile today is so much in retail, office space, and medical facilities.  In fact, the list of what is there goes on and on.  The result is that God supernaturally placed us as a spiritual oasis in that region of Northwest Arkansas.  It is one of the most amazing stories of God’s power I have ever experienced.

The First Baptist Church of Springdale is an amazing church.  Their vision and commitment to our missional vision was personified in this decision.  As this campus sacrificed in so many ways, God began to raise up this church at Pinnacle Hills.  It has been a long, but rewarding, journey for all of us.

On the third Sunday of August in 2001, The Church at Pinnacle Hills began.  What began as a vision, with a group of 350 of our people helping us initially, has turned into one of the great God-stories of our day.  Now, thousands are engaged in that ministry in all kinds of ways, seven days a week.  It is quite a glory to God.

In this ministry-changing decision, both of our campuses are now growing and thriving to God’s glory.  We are seeing many super things happen weekly.  Our future is so bright on both of our campuses through each one of our ministries to people.  Therefore, celebrate with me about what God has done.  Sometimes we run so fast we do not rejoice or reflect on God’s work.

Eight years ago yesterday, a visionary and strategic decision was made that has resulted in changed lives.  To God’s glory, we rejoice before Him.  We give Him all the glory.

What ministry-changing decision awaits us?  In time, we will see what God is calling us to do.  I can hardly wait!