The following is a quote from one of my favorite books: Seizing your Diving Moment by Erwin McManus. “Rumblings are more felt than heard and certainly never seen. They come to you through the soles of your feet into the depth of your soul. Only then do they open the eyes of your heart. They [...]
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The Shack
Over the last several months it seems as if everyone has been talking about a book called, “The Shack.” I bought it off of Amazon two weeks ago and immediately lost it to my wife. She devoured it in less than two days which isn’t uncommon for her. However, she strongly recommended that I read [...]
View Post Book Review, The ShackSex, Sushi, Salvation
I just finished reading an incredible book by Christian George, called Sex, Sushi, and Salvation: thoughts on intimacy, community, & eternity. This is by far one of the best books I have read in the last year. I have to admit that I had never heard of Christian George. This was one of those books where the title [...]
View Post Book Review, Sex Sushi & SalvationMake It Your Own
This is the first Principle from THE STARBUCKS EXPERIENCE. Each partner (employee) at starbucks is given a green apron and in the pocket of that apron is a small book called the “green apron book.” Creative title. In this book are what Starbucks calls the “Five Ways of Being.” Here they are: Be Welcoming–Offer everyone [...]
View PostEarly Review of “The Starbucks Experience”
Disclaimer–I feel obligate to state that at no time while reading this book will my devotion and loyalty to Port City Java waver. I do recognize the achievement of the Starbucks corporation and even thank them for being a trailblazer and paving the way for others to follow. So far so good. This book grabbed [...]
View PostThe Externally Focused Church pt. 2
You’ve probably heard the saying, “you might be the only Jesus others will see.” And I believe that is a true statement. Yes, as we function in our God given roles and extend His love to others we will represent Jesus to a world that needs Him. But what about you. When was the last [...]
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