Archive for the 'family living' Category

As Simple as a Suit

Tuesday, July 7th, 2009 one Commented
Under: family living, masculinity

Last week, for the first time in over three years I put on a suit when I made a court appearance in Uptown Charlotte.  (No, I wasn’t in trouble but was supporting a dear family).  When I was getting ready that morning, I slipped into my closet and came out with a suit that I [...]

Questions… Questions… Questions…

Sunday, March 8th, 2009 No Commented
Under: church life, community, family living, growth

Well we are about a week away from starting our new series “Ask Any Question.”  The questions keep coming in and I’m asking myself, “What was the Lord thinking when He gave me this idea?”  It’s going to take me months to answer all these questions… But guess what?  That’s what I want.
Who is answering [...]

More Christian Than African-American

Friday, January 30th, 2009 No Commented
Under: family living, growth

In a time when few people are discussing race and its response to the gospel, Kim Cash Tate shares her story of a real collision between her racial identity and a radical faith in Jesus Christ.  Here’s an interview with Janet Parshall’s America – Click (Select January 13, 2009 — Hour 3

Preoccupation with what?

Wednesday, January 28th, 2009 2 Commented
Under: church life, family living, growth, meaning of life

Being over 40 has caused me to become a little more aware of my health.  I’ve been popping vitamins, walking on a treadmill, doing aerobic exercises, watching what I eat and doing a lot of research on the web about health/fitness.
Early this morning while I was reading I noticed that I was holding my breath.  [...]

John Piper Sends a Message to Our President

Tuesday, January 27th, 2009 No Commented
Under: community, family living, growth, masculinity, meaning of life, parenting

In the spirit of “Facing the Truth Before Our Righteous Judge” I have attached a riveting message from my friend to our longed for president.  Please pray for repentance and courage to stand for truth!  Be Courageous, Mr. President

Undeniable History – 1st African American President

Wednesday, November 5th, 2008 2 Commented
Under: community, family living, meaning of life

Personally throughout this rigorous, cynical and divisive presidential campaign, I’ve been silent regarding my political preference, whether it be Democrat or Republican.  I see my role in this era of endless and even circular arguments as a preacher of the gospel of Jesus Christ.  I’m not a political science major, politician, media guru, activist, humanitarian leader, religious/political preacher, [...]

Bigger than Halloween – Happy Reformation Day!

Friday, October 31st, 2008 No Commented
Under: family living

While the western world celebrates Halloween, Christ followers celebrate what took place on October 31, 1517.  Martin Luther courageously nailed his 95 thesis to the church door of Wittenberg.  Through this event in history the Reformation was birthed and because of his dedication to the truth of Scripture we enjoy freedom in Christ today.  Click Here [...]

Lil’ Financial Hope from Dave

Wednesday, October 1st, 2008 No Commented
Under: family living

The Distraction of Celebrated Breasts

Tuesday, August 5th, 2008 one Commented
Under: church life, community, family living, growth, masculinity

Are women leveraging the power of their influence over men?  In a recent article, ABC News reports on the appropriate way for women to celebrate their breasts for their own benefit, even in the workplace.  Could our Christian sisters be subtly buying into the “dressed up” and unspoken messages of the drivers of fashion in our culture?  [...]

L+E+S+D

Thursday, May 29th, 2008 one Commented
Under: church life, family living, growth, meaning of life

Is this a new drug?  No!  Then what is L+E+S+D?  It’s our strategic vision for 2008.  God wants the leaders and partners of Wellspring to become better lovers, engagers, sharers and disciplers in 2008.  Today, as I was thinking about our church I asked myself, “How am I loving, engaging, sharing and discipling in 2008?”  To [...]