I’m re-reading a powerful little book that captured my attention 20 years ago.  It is called “Practicing His Presence”, journaling two men’s attempts to continually be in the presence of God.  As soon as I opened it, I found some thoughts that are absolutely amazing.  Each of these deal with lessons the author learned about …

“It’s all about me”.  It is a phrase that I used a lot when I was at Primary Solutions.  It started out as a gentle reminder for us all to focus our attention on our co-workers and our clients instead of ourselves.  Page 40 in the Outflow book describes a life that sucks.  Sucks in …

I rarely forget a face, but I’m just not that good with names.  I’ve tried all sorts of things to remember the names of people I meet, but only one thing really works for me.  Spending time with the person in conversation allows me to know them well enough to remember their name. Use the following list of …

As parents, it is sometimes challenging to figure out the best way to intentionally Outflow to our young kids.  Pastor Steve is absolutely passionate about equipping parents to do just that.  Check out this short video on the new curriculum we are starting in two weeks (4/5/2009).  We are VERY excited to see the difference …

This is the last post (for now, at least) about having a quiet time.  I hope the previous six posts have been helpful in even a small way.  I want to close with someone else’s experience with their quiet time.  This is just one look at how time spent with God can change our life.  …

Ever feel all alone?  Ever get so lost in your bitterness that you end up thinking or acting just plain stupid?  Ever feel like everyone and everything is against you? Me too.  But as I wallowed around in self-pity and bitterness the other day, God reminded me of Psalm 73…one of my favorite Psalms. Then …

I finished a great little book last month that I would highly, highly recommend: The Principle of the Path by Andy Stanley.  This book relays a very Biblical concept in a very understandable, practical way. Direction—not intention—determines our destination. The direction you are currently traveling—relationally, financially, spiritually, and the list goes on and on—will determine …

You’ve no doubt heard about the recent movie “Fireproof” which follows a couple through the trials of a failing marriage.  The impact that this movie has had on marriages at Grace Point and around the country has been amazing.  We even heard one such testimony this past Sunday morning.  Marriages have been refreshed and renewed, and …

I have a bad habit of saying “ouch” too much.  Michele, Pastor Terry and Glenda at church all tell me that.  I know it is true. Unfortunately, my kids have picked up the habit from me (sorry Michele)  So, now we have a rule in our house that we have to pay a quarter if …

D-Groups are a place where any question can be asked.  In fact, they are a place where every question should be asked.  D-Groups are intended to be a place where you are expected to ask the questions no one else will.  They are also a place where you are expected to answer those same questions.  …