I got the opportunity to interview Jim Burns who is the President of Homeword. “HomeWord seeks to advance the work of God in the world by educating, equipping, and encouraging parents and churches to build God-honoring families from generation to generation.” Jim is a three time Gold Medallion Award winning author and has written books… [Read more…]
November 24, 2011
My family and I went to Disney World on Monday and Wednesday experiencing the Magic Kingdom and the Animal Kingdom. I loved the times but I have to share some lessons for all of us as my experience gave me insight on the good, the bad and the ugly. The Good… The shows were amazing… [Read more…]
May 27, 2011
Dear Spouses and Families, It is with an emotional heart that I write this post for now I am speaking not only to the families of youth ministers abroad but I am also speaking to my own. I want to start off by saying a big “thank you” for your sacrifice. I know there are… [Read more…]
May 16, 2011
[DISCLAIMER: It is 3,299 words so pack a lunch and read it then.] The Graduation Speech By Robbie Mackenzie (Preached at the Main Street church of Christ May 15, 2011) I have done many things since I have been alive. I have been to South America and Africa. I have attended numerous World Series… [Read more…]
March 8, 2011
We as ministers, parents, and even the government (whether admitted or not) know it… after all, the Bible says it and studies [Must Read - Growing Up Too Fast: The Rimm Report on the Secret World of America’s Middle Schoolers, Sylvia Rimm, PhD.] show it. But, do we as parents cultivate it? What I’m talking… [Read more…]
March 2, 2011
When it comes to the faith formation of young people, we can confidently make two observations. First, parents matter most. Second, peers matter a whole lot too. Study after study has shown that adolescents who experience a vibrant faith at home are much more likely to stay devoted throughout life. However, we know that peers… [Read more…]
February 28, 2011
It’s hard being a teenager. This past weekend I heard stories of difficulties some teenagers were having and my heart just breaks listening to their pain. Much of what you hear is disparaging as many teenagers still have sex, drink and treat other with disrespect. I was talking with one of my teens this past weekend and… [Read more…]
February 21, 2011
My primary concern with this blog is that we must forgive people for what they have done to us or against us. Jesus said this: “For if you forgive other people when they sin against you, your heavenly Father will also forgive you. But if you do not forgive others their sins, your Father will not… [Read more…]
January 4, 2011
Sometimes it is difficult being a dad as the pressures of providing, leading and discipling sometimes make it a hard act to juggle. I am writing curriculum for our teenage boys on Wednesday night and came across this poem and it absolutely encouraged me. As an avid fan of poetry the words spoke to me… [Read more…]
January 3, 2011
Father in heaven there is a lot going on in my life that needs cleansing and healing. First of all, allow me to accept those things which are new and embrace them with open arms. It is difficult to think about what lies ahead but I understand that there is no guarantee for any of us. Health… [Read more…]
January 27, 2012
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