http://lifecenter.monkpreview.com/k-blog/ Wed, 31 Aug 2011 04:16:13 GMT en-us Copyright 2011 Life Center Foursquare Church (New) http://lifecenter.monkpreview.com/k-blog/character/ http://lifecenter.monkpreview.com/k-blog/character/ Fri, 04 Mar 2011 18:52:26 GMT If you’re following LC’s Bible reading plan, you’ll notice I’m a little behind! Anyway, here’s what I was thinking from my reading this morning: Mark 6 is a great dichotomy of character. In verses 1-6, we see how ... http://lifecenter.monkpreview.com/k-blog/faith-transfer/ http://lifecenter.monkpreview.com/k-blog/faith-transfer/ Sat, 26 Feb 2011 23:13:00 GMT Here are some notes from the Raising Truly Great Kids conference Audra and I attended. There was a lot of great info presented. I thought this part particulary important because, after all, isn't transferring our faith to kids who live in the ... http://lifecenter.monkpreview.com/k-blog/good-news/ http://lifecenter.monkpreview.com/k-blog/good-news/ Mon, 21 Feb 2011 05:54:39 GMT I was reminded today what ministry is all about. Another volunteer and I were in talking and praying with a young man today. He’s been through some tough times, especially at school where he feels very unsafe (and rightfully so). In ... http://lifecenter.monkpreview.com/k-blog/convicted/ http://lifecenter.monkpreview.com/k-blog/convicted/ Tue, 18 Jan 2011 21:02:25 GMT Part two of two life applicable lessons found in today’s (yesterday’s actually, I’m a day behind) Bible reading. It says in the Bible that Jesus would get up while it was still dark to pray. I would like this to be said ... http://lifecenter.monkpreview.com/k-blog/blessed-or-cursed/ http://lifecenter.monkpreview.com/k-blog/blessed-or-cursed/ Tue, 18 Jan 2011 16:43:15 GMT Part one of two life applicable lessons found in today’s (yesterday’s actually, I’m a day behind) Bible reading. The first is one that I’ve struggled with and have seen many others say the same as Joseph’s family. ... http://lifecenter.monkpreview.com/k-blog/focus/ http://lifecenter.monkpreview.com/k-blog/focus/ Fri, 07 Jan 2011 00:15:21 GMT As we were transitioning out of 2010 and starting 2011, I was trying to find what would be my focus for upcoming year. Last year it was a quote from a preacher named Paul Tsika: “On God will depend in 2010.” The Scripture I used ... http://lifecenter.monkpreview.com/k-blog/positive/ http://lifecenter.monkpreview.com/k-blog/positive/ Thu, 18 Nov 2010 20:54:24 GMT I’ve had a lot of time to sit and think the last couple weeks. It’s a good time to pray for and think about those in your life and to reflect on what’s important. There’s a certain aspect of life that’s been ... http://lifecenter.monkpreview.com/k-blog/even-now/ http://lifecenter.monkpreview.com/k-blog/even-now/ Mon, 01 Nov 2010 23:33:59 GMT I’m referring to the Bible, not the Barry Manilow song, in case you were wondering. Yes, I know Barry's music. No, I'm not a Fanilow. I think my favorite phrase in the Bible is, “Even now.” It really hammers in the point ... http://lifecenter.monkpreview.com/k-blog/xxl-ski-jacket-24-ounce-hamburger/ http://lifecenter.monkpreview.com/k-blog/xxl-ski-jacket-24-ounce-hamburger/ Thu, 14 Oct 2010 17:51:04 GMT Audra and I were watching a sermon Andy Stanley did at the beginning of this year. The topic was prayer. He was referencing Luke 11:1-4, 5-8; 18:1-8; and 11:9-10. His point: ASK BIG! His challenge: stop asking God for the little things that ... http://lifecenter.monkpreview.com/k-blog/hometown-celebration/ http://lifecenter.monkpreview.com/k-blog/hometown-celebration/ Thu, 30 Sep 2010 18:10:05 GMT I saw this video today and realized it was from my hometown. One year removed from going to high school there, but loved going to Panther games. The high school football players would come have lunch with us on Fridays when I was in grade ... http://lifecenter.monkpreview.com/k-blog/home-from-a-long-day-of-workwhats-for-dinner/ http://lifecenter.monkpreview.com/k-blog/home-from-a-long-day-of-workwhats-for-dinner/ Thu, 23 Sep 2010 15:48:10 GMT Last week our lesson was from Matthew 14, the story of Jesus feeding 5,000 then walking on water. I was looking at John’s account of the events in John 6, one of the oddest teachings in the Bible. So odd in fact, many of Jesus disciples ... http://lifecenter.monkpreview.com/k-blog/its-alive/ http://lifecenter.monkpreview.com/k-blog/its-alive/ Tue, 31 Aug 2010 20:01:36 GMT “For the word of God is living and active. Sharper than any double-edged sword, it penetrates even to dividing soul and spirit, joints and marrow; it judges the thoughts and attitudes of the heart.” Hebrews 4:12 I was ... http://lifecenter.monkpreview.com/k-blog/bible-verses/ http://lifecenter.monkpreview.com/k-blog/bible-verses/ Tue, 17 Aug 2010 22:00:47 GMT I feel a little plagiaristic copying from the Empowering Families blog again but here is a great article with 4 quick tips for helping your child memorize their Bible verses: So here’s the situation. You’ve just been encouraged ... http://lifecenter.monkpreview.com/k-blog/trapped-outside-the-box/ http://lifecenter.monkpreview.com/k-blog/trapped-outside-the-box/ Sun, 08 Aug 2010 04:50:31 GMT I was talking with a five year old recently, answering his question about how a TV antenna works. Luckily, my knowledge of how it really works is only at a kindergarten level so it was easy for me to explain to him. After my science lesson, he ... http://lifecenter.monkpreview.com/k-blog/worship/ http://lifecenter.monkpreview.com/k-blog/worship/ Tue, 03 Aug 2010 19:26:34 GMT Here's a great post from one of the blogs I follow, Empowering Families. Discuss what worship means with your child. Learn the songs they are signing here in AdventureLand and sing them during the week. Find out what other ways your children ... http://lifecenter.monkpreview.com/k-blog/said-so-well/ http://lifecenter.monkpreview.com/k-blog/said-so-well/ Mon, 12 Jul 2010 16:38:13 GMT This is from a soon to be volunteer. She’s going into sixth grade and has the best answer I’ve ever seen to this question: Why do you to work in the Children’s Ministry? I want to work in the Children’s Ministry ... http://lifecenter.monkpreview.com/k-blog/up-till-now/ http://lifecenter.monkpreview.com/k-blog/up-till-now/ Sun, 16 May 2010 08:26:09 GMT We talk a lot about leadership around the church. People leading people leading people; that’s kind of the make-up of how any organization works. Most of the time I think of leadership in terms of working at Life Center and ... http://lifecenter.monkpreview.com/k-blog/seek-first/ http://lifecenter.monkpreview.com/k-blog/seek-first/ Thu, 13 May 2010 20:27:04 GMT Ever wonder what God really wants for you in life? I hope you have. I’m guessing you’re like me and constantly asking God to guide your decisions. Lately, my wife and I have been thinking about moving into a house outside of town, ... http://lifecenter.monkpreview.com/k-blog/prayer/ http://lifecenter.monkpreview.com/k-blog/prayer/ Thu, 06 May 2010 16:02:34 GMT Today is the national day of prayer. I thought I would share one of my favorite prayers, found in Daniel chapter 9. I love the verse, “We do not make requests of you because we are righteous, but because of your great mercy.” How ... http://lifecenter.monkpreview.com/k-blog/generation-to-generation/ http://lifecenter.monkpreview.com/k-blog/generation-to-generation/ Sun, 02 May 2010 22:51:14 GMT Friday, April 30th, we had a family night here at the church for AdventureLand families. It was extremely fun and I want to thank again all the families that attended. Here's the lesson that was taught to the parents while the kids were doing ... http://lifecenter.monkpreview.com/k-blog/what-to-do/ http://lifecenter.monkpreview.com/k-blog/what-to-do/ Mon, 26 Apr 2010 16:06:43 GMT I was reading in the book of Deuteronomy the other day and came across one of my favorite passages. Many times I get asked something along the lines of, “What do I need to do as a Christian?” Well, it’s laid out pretty nicely ... http://lifecenter.monkpreview.com/k-blog/same-fate/ http://lifecenter.monkpreview.com/k-blog/same-fate/ Thu, 15 Apr 2010 20:53:27 GMT I’ve been reading the book of Ecclesiastes with a friend, looking at it chapter by chapter. I don’t know if I’ve mentioned it before but Ecclesiastes is my favorite book in the Bible. It is a very real book, it is life ... http://lifecenter.monkpreview.com/k-blog/easter-weekend/ http://lifecenter.monkpreview.com/k-blog/easter-weekend/ Thu, 08 Apr 2010 21:29:50 GMT Easter has come and gone again but for us as Christians, we keep the meaning in our hearts everyday of the year. I would like to take the opportunity to thank so many people for helping our church pull off an awesome Easter weekend. We had the ... http://lifecenter.monkpreview.com/k-blog/stand-firm/ http://lifecenter.monkpreview.com/k-blog/stand-firm/ Thu, 25 Mar 2010 21:02:02 GMT As we’re approaching Easter, I love digging into Bible text that speaks about the Resurrection. One particular chapter I like to study is 1 Corinthians 15. Joe’s Easter message awhile back was from this part of the Bible and ever ... http://lifecenter.monkpreview.com/k-blog/1-kings-13/ http://lifecenter.monkpreview.com/k-blog/1-kings-13/ Thu, 11 Mar 2010 16:20:16 GMT If you’ve been following along, you’ll remember I felt like I need to put a disclaimer up* on this blog. I’ve had no formal Bible education, only a thirst to explore it from an amazing God, so if you’re thinking ... http://lifecenter.monkpreview.com/k-blog/i-dont-want-to-complain-but/ http://lifecenter.monkpreview.com/k-blog/i-dont-want-to-complain-but/ Thu, 25 Feb 2010 17:27:50 GMT It seems that Moses had to deal with problem after problem; and all the problems he had to deal with came from the very people he was trying to lead. You can see that Moses was filled with the Grace of God because of the way he responds to ... http://lifecenter.monkpreview.com/k-blog/acts-24/ http://lifecenter.monkpreview.com/k-blog/acts-24/ Thu, 18 Feb 2010 16:38:54 GMT Acts 24:24-26 Several days later Felix came with his wife Drusilla, who was a Jewess. He sent for Paul and listened to him as he spoke about faith in Christ Jesus. As Paul discoursed on righteousness, self-control and the judgment to come, ... http://lifecenter.monkpreview.com/k-blog/acts-18/ http://lifecenter.monkpreview.com/k-blog/acts-18/ Thu, 11 Feb 2010 10:11:55 GMT Acts 18 9One night the Lord spoke to Paul in a vision: "Do not be afraid; keep on speaking, do not be silent. 10For I am with you, and no one is going to attack and harm you, because I have many people in this city." Wouldn’t it be great ... http://lifecenter.monkpreview.com/k-blog/psalms-to-romans/ http://lifecenter.monkpreview.com/k-blog/psalms-to-romans/ Thu, 04 Feb 2010 20:24:33 GMT Today’s reading includes Psalm 19. The first two verses are: The heavens declare the glory of God; the skies proclaim the work of his hands. Day after day they pour forth speech; night after night they display ... http://lifecenter.monkpreview.com/k-blog/connections/ http://lifecenter.monkpreview.com/k-blog/connections/ Wed, 27 Jan 2010 17:09:07 GMT I so enjoy reading in the Old Testament, especially the words spoken by the Lord. Read these verses and think about if they sound familiar: Exodus 19:10-11, “And the LORD said to Moses, "Go to the people and consecrate them today and ... http://lifecenter.monkpreview.com/k-blog/even-me/ http://lifecenter.monkpreview.com/k-blog/even-me/ Tue, 19 Jan 2010 19:15:14 GMT There are two words that had a big impact me on today’s Bible Reading. In Luke 19:42, Jesus said, "If you, even you, had only known on this day what would bring you peace—". The “even you” part pierces my heart. I hear ... http://lifecenter.monkpreview.com/k-blog/messed-up/ http://lifecenter.monkpreview.com/k-blog/messed-up/ Thu, 14 Jan 2010 20:28:45 GMT I’ve been following our yearly Bible reading plan and hope you’ve been too. I can’t say I’ve been perfect at following the schedule but as I heard a speaker say last week, “Part is better than nothing!” You ... http://lifecenter.monkpreview.com/k-blog/days-25-and-26-revelations-/ http://lifecenter.monkpreview.com/k-blog/days-25-and-26-revelations-/ Mon, 30 Nov 2009 17:27:11 GMT Here’s what I tried to post on Thanksgiving, the day after, and the day after that! I finally gave up on my internet connection working at home and decided to wait until Monday morning and post it from the church. So here is the final ... http://lifecenter.monkpreview.com/k-blog/day-24-1-john-1-revelation-2/ http://lifecenter.monkpreview.com/k-blog/day-24-1-john-1-revelation-2/ Wed, 25 Nov 2009 01:29:27 GMT A day late and always a few dollars short, I did do my reading yesterday but didn’t blog because I’m technically on vacation, though I did end up going by the church yesterday anyway! Here are a couple thoughts I had from ... http://lifecenter.monkpreview.com/k-blog/day-23-james-4-2-peter-3/ http://lifecenter.monkpreview.com/k-blog/day-23-james-4-2-peter-3/ Tue, 24 Nov 2009 16:43:57 GMT It took me 23 days to miss my first day of reading, well, to not get all my reading done for the day. I know, you must be very disappointed. As I finished up 2 Peter, it was 12:05, already day 24. This would be the reason I’m posting ... http://lifecenter.monkpreview.com/k-blog/day-22-hebrews-7-james-3/ http://lifecenter.monkpreview.com/k-blog/day-22-hebrews-7-james-3/ Sun, 22 Nov 2009 06:06:04 GMT Well, due to a technical problem (user-error, of course) and hastily deleting my copy of today’s blog, you’re left with a no frills post today. In the essence of not staying up any later, I will mention just a couple things I ... http://lifecenter.monkpreview.com/k-blog/day-21-titus-1-hebrews-6/ http://lifecenter.monkpreview.com/k-blog/day-21-titus-1-hebrews-6/ Sat, 21 Nov 2009 03:58:46 GMT Since I basically highlighted all of Titus, I won’t copy the whole thing here. I will point out a verse that spoke to me and that was 2:10, “make the teaching about God our Savior attractive.” I think about what and how to ... http://lifecenter.monkpreview.com/k-blog/day-20-1-and-2-timothy/ http://lifecenter.monkpreview.com/k-blog/day-20-1-and-2-timothy/ Fri, 20 Nov 2009 04:42:44 GMT I love the awesome teaching in 1 and 2 Timothy. For anyone who wants to be a Christian leader, it is definite study material. All the things that Paul instructs Timothy though all have one common purpose, which is stated right at the beginning ... http://lifecenter.monkpreview.com/k-blog/day-19-colossians-3-2-thessalonians-3/ http://lifecenter.monkpreview.com/k-blog/day-19-colossians-3-2-thessalonians-3/ Thu, 19 Nov 2009 04:11:48 GMT Tonight being my “Friday” night, I’m going to make my post short tonight. I thought I would put up some verses and a teaching on faith with a short story about a handsome young boy named Cameron. Cameron’s going on ... http://lifecenter.monkpreview.com/k-blog/day-18-ephesians-3-colossians-2/ http://lifecenter.monkpreview.com/k-blog/day-18-ephesians-3-colossians-2/ Wed, 18 Nov 2009 05:48:26 GMT I’m typing this up as my three boys and two nephews are playing in my dad’s basement. You have to love God for inventing basements! You’ll also have to give me some grace if I misquoted or have some yptos. If you ... http://lifecenter.monkpreview.com/k-blog/day-17-2-corinthians-12-ephesians-2/ http://lifecenter.monkpreview.com/k-blog/day-17-2-corinthians-12-ephesians-2/ Tue, 17 Nov 2009 05:48:05 GMT Alright, here it is, one of the most inspirational verses in the Bible: 2 Corinthians 12:9, “But He said to me, ‘My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.’ Therefore I will boast all the more ... http://lifecenter.monkpreview.com/k-blog/day-16-2-corinthians-2-11/ http://lifecenter.monkpreview.com/k-blog/day-16-2-corinthians-2-11/ Mon, 16 Nov 2009 03:55:33 GMT When I was in school, I would stay up late and watch Saturday Night Live. If you watched it too, you’ll remember Dana Carvey’s character, the Church Lady. One of ‘her’ taglines was, “Could it be&... http://lifecenter.monkpreview.com/k-blog/day-15-1-corinthians-8-2-corinthians-1/ http://lifecenter.monkpreview.com/k-blog/day-15-1-corinthians-8-2-corinthians-1/ Sun, 15 Nov 2009 06:42:28 GMT I tell you, in a totally biased opinion, we have the best kids and volunteers in the K! Sundays are such an awesome day. Thank you to each and everyone of you involved in our ministry and thanks to God for His continued blessing! We can all ... http://lifecenter.monkpreview.com/k-blog/day-14-romans-14-1-corinthians-7/ http://lifecenter.monkpreview.com/k-blog/day-14-romans-14-1-corinthians-7/ Sat, 14 Nov 2009 05:58:28 GMT I feel like putting a little disclaimer* in whenever I’m talking about Scripture! I love how Paul describes himself in 1 Corinthians 2:1-5 because I can relate. I’m not eloquent nor do I come across wise, but I know about ... http://lifecenter.monkpreview.com/k-blog/day-13-romans-4-13/ http://lifecenter.monkpreview.com/k-blog/day-13-romans-4-13/ Fri, 13 Nov 2009 07:08:58 GMT Friday night game night at our house! It was a fun time to sit as a family and hang out. We don’t always get to do that because of different things going on. I hope if you’re reading this that you’re able to schedule ... http://lifecenter.monkpreview.com/k-blog/day-12-acts-22-romans-3/ http://lifecenter.monkpreview.com/k-blog/day-12-acts-22-romans-3/ Thu, 12 Nov 2009 06:05:54 GMT Can you say “I have fulfilled my duty to God in all good conscience to this day,” like Paul did in Acts 23:1? I know I need to work some more in life before I can say it, but that’s what Love’s all about. I saw a ... http://lifecenter.monkpreview.com/k-blog/day-11-acts-12-21/ http://lifecenter.monkpreview.com/k-blog/day-11-acts-12-21/ Wed, 11 Nov 2009 06:37:18 GMT Happy Veterans’ Day to all those distinguished warriors out there. One of Cameron’s (our 2.5 year-old) songs is I’m in the Lord’s Army, especially the “yes, sir!” part. The way that the leaders in the early ... http://lifecenter.monkpreview.com/k-blog/day-10-acts-2-11/ http://lifecenter.monkpreview.com/k-blog/day-10-acts-2-11/ Tue, 10 Nov 2009 06:27:16 GMT The book of Acts intrigues me because of the people it’s about. These men are GIANTS of the Faith, set apart at birth for a life of ministry…or maybe not. These men and women are just regular people who had faith in Jesus Christ ... http://lifecenter.monkpreview.com/k-blog/day-9-john-13-acts-1/ http://lifecenter.monkpreview.com/k-blog/day-9-john-13-acts-1/ Mon, 09 Nov 2009 05:05:09 GMT I should have Audra keeping track of what’s to be read each day, never knew counting to ten could be so difficult! I think I’m on schedule… Fitting with The Hole in Our Gospel series, John 13 starts out with Jesus serving ... http://lifecenter.monkpreview.com/k-blog/day-8-john-3-12/ http://lifecenter.monkpreview.com/k-blog/day-8-john-3-12/ Sun, 08 Nov 2009 06:30:15 GMT I want to contrast people’s attitudes tonight. There are three that I’m thinking of: those who only care about themselves, those who question everything, and those who believe and have faith. All three seem to be present in this ... http://lifecenter.monkpreview.com/k-blog/day-7-luke-17-john-2/ http://lifecenter.monkpreview.com/k-blog/day-7-luke-17-john-2/ Sat, 07 Nov 2009 05:45:18 GMT The thing I like most about Luke’s Gospel is that it speaks of the unworthy human nature we possess and the faith in Jesus that saves us. My favorite verse in the Bible is Luke 17:10: “So you also, when you have done everything you ... http://lifecenter.monkpreview.com/k-blog/day-6-luke-7-16/ http://lifecenter.monkpreview.com/k-blog/day-6-luke-7-16/ Fri, 06 Nov 2009 07:37:43 GMT “Your faith has saved you; go in peace.” Luke 7:50 What an awesome message to be thinking about! Your faith in Jesus Christ has saved you. For Jairus (Luke 8), it not only saved his life but his daughter’s also. Everyone in ... http://lifecenter.monkpreview.com/k-blog/day-5-mark-13-luke-6/ http://lifecenter.monkpreview.com/k-blog/day-5-mark-13-luke-6/ Thu, 05 Nov 2009 17:55:41 GMT It’s a really cool thing how the Word opens up anew every time you read it! I was reading another section today that I’ve read many times but something jumped out at me that never has. It’s from Mark 14, the story of Mary ... http://lifecenter.monkpreview.com/k-blog/day-4-mark-3-12/ http://lifecenter.monkpreview.com/k-blog/day-4-mark-3-12/ Wed, 04 Nov 2009 06:15:03 GMT Starting off today in Mark 3, I was reminded of a poem I recently read. In Mark 3:4, Jesus asked the Pharisees, “Which is lawful on the Sabbath: to do good or to do evil, to save life or to kill?” What follows next is what struck ... http://lifecenter.monkpreview.com/k-blog/day-3-matthew-21-mark-2/ http://lifecenter.monkpreview.com/k-blog/day-3-matthew-21-mark-2/ Tue, 03 Nov 2009 06:22:43 GMT If you’re thinking you don’t have the time or a quiet enough environment to do a really involved bible study, you can come hang out with me. This morning, while my three boys were running around the living room and I was in the ... http://lifecenter.monkpreview.com/k-blog/day-2-matthew-11-20/ http://lifecenter.monkpreview.com/k-blog/day-2-matthew-11-20/ Mon, 02 Nov 2009 00:26:40 GMT My oldest son Tommy (8) was reading his Bible before bed last night. He called me in and read to me from Matthew 7, starting with verse 11, our memory verse in the K last week, and then verse 12, the Golden Rule, and then told me about building ... http://lifecenter.monkpreview.com/k-blog/day-1-matthew-1-10/ http://lifecenter.monkpreview.com/k-blog/day-1-matthew-1-10/ Sun, 01 Nov 2009 15:31:50 GMT First day! One of my prayers during this time is to let His Word transform my heart to be more like Jesus’. I pray that God will take my thoughts and actions and use them for His glory. One of my favorite parts of the Bible is Matthew ...