10 Stupid Things – Part 2

Currently I am reading a book called “Ten Stupid Things that Keep Churches from Growing” by Geoff Surratt. Here are some personal thoughts on the first chapter. It is true, there is a strong temptation for a Pastor to take the reigns and do it all. I think this happens for several reasons. First the […]

10 Stupid Things – Part 1

I just finished reading the introduction of “10 Stupid Things that Keep Churches from Growing”. Here are some thoughts on the intro… 1. Most pastors I know (as well), want their churches to see people accept Christ, and grow in the knowledge of the word. When this isn’t happening we pray, go to conferences, read […]

Church Growth

Make no mistake, Farmington Baptist Church is growing. Why? Because of the providence of God. He is sending people our way and we are thankful for that. If it wasn’t for the providence of God a church would not grow. You can have the best strategies, the best pastoral staff, the best leadership and still […]

I Love Winter

I love Winter, I have no reason to hate it. I think each season is great. If it was Spring right now I would love it. If it was Summer I would love it, and if the leaves were turning I would love being apart of that as well. Winter is no different. We hear […]

Confessions and Reflections of a Pastor

I really enjoyed yesterday, there is no doubt about it. However as I reflect this morning about it… here are a few confessions and reflections. Yes, I am shy. (See the message from yesterday “Just Stick With it”) I have trouble talking one on one with people, visiting people, shaking people’s hands, etc… but I […]

Science Project

Yep, my daughter and I are doing a science project together. She is doing the work, I am just helping. Now the “normal science projects”… the Brande’s… well we can’t seem to do those for some reason. So…. what does my Daughter want to do for her science fair project? She wants to test the […]