Have you ever wondered about the beliefs of Jehovah’s Witnesses? Here is a summary of their history and beliefs. History Begun by Charles Taze Russell (1852-1916) in 1872. His family was a part of a Presbyterian church in Pittsburgh. Russell had difficulty accepting the doctrine of an eternal hell. This prompted him to deny eternal punishment, the Trinity, the deity …
I tend to look at the shape of our world and the morals of people who aren’t following Jesus and think that I am a pretty good guy. I look around at how blatantly sinful other people are, and my “respectable” and “quiet” sins don’t seem as severe, and gradually I just get complacent. I look at other people’s standard …
Confession: I check bags in certain drive-thrus and trust other ones. And I listen to preaching the same way.
One of your children’s most beloved books in your home might soon be your high school yearbook. Your children know you as a responsible (or somewhat responsible) adult fully equipped with bills, a job, and a minivan, yet before they ever knew you, a lot of your life had already been lived. Seeing your extracurricular activities, fashion statements, and funny …
2015 is here, and I have never been so excited about a season of ministry at North Side than I am right now!
“Knock knock.
Who’s there?
Jesus.
Jesus, who?
Exactly.”
I can’t even make this stuff up.
I searched for a chronological plan that would highlight key passages, and while there are many good ones out there, I chose to develop our own at North Side. While I think it is best to read the entirety of God’s Word, this plan is a good introductory plan for some of you or a good reminder of what you …
What I find is that it is very difficult for me to get into a creative and productive rhythm when I jump from role to role and task to task. I find when I do the same task over and over, I get faster and more effective as the time goes. And that is why I choose to think projects instead of tasks.
When I look at my work week, so much of how I do things came from time spent evaluating how I have done things. I have found so many wiser ways of doing things and that process has allowed me to be a part of more Kingdom-focused projects as a result. Don’t evaluate what you do. Evaluate how you do it.
We finished up our “Good News” series today as we focused on what it means to be ambassadors for Christ.
I was overwhelmed at the lavish worship offering that our family gave to Jesus tonight.
Here are some pics & setlist.
“Don’t make me come down there.” -God
Is that supposed to be a bad thing? Last time he came was rather magnificent.
Join me for a 100-Day Chronological Bible Reading Plan from Christmas to Good Friday. Check it out here!
Christmas worship, Africa updates, commissioning, “Peace on Earth,” Wyatt Banks, & more. Too much to handle today!
Join me in January for a 2-week course focusing on Jehovah’s Witnesses and Mormonism.
I have been able to immerse myself in the Word over the last week for a special project! Been a great 7 days!
One church in Georgia wants you to be sure of something this Christmas: Santa is Satan.
Our worship setlist consisted of gospel, country rock, jazz, & an acoustic hymn. I love celebrating diversity!
I was sitting in a hotel room with my family when the verdict was announced. I had the TV quiet enough not to wake the children as I read the subtitles over the paired videos of President Obama calling for peace on one side and watching Ferguson completely unravel on the other side. As tears filled my eyes, I longed for heaven. …
Two years ago, we decided to record a bluegrass Christmas album. As we finished up the project, I wrote a Christmas song that was a very different approach for me. It felt more like a country song than anything else I had ever written. The concept of the song was my attempt to deal with the lack of peace in …
I am so grateful for the hard work that our band, tech team, & host team put into today’s services. #blessed
The Song Two years ago, we decided to record a bluegrass Christmas album. As we finished up the project, I wrote a Christmas song that was a very different approach for me. It felt more like a country song than anything else I had ever written. The concept of the song was my attempt to deal with the lack of …
This sign is silly, but at least it’s honest: THE REVELATION THE END IS NEAR! JK WE DON’T KNOW WELCOME 9:30 AM
I ain’t scared. I’ll bring back “Sanctuary” and “Better Is One Day” on the spot any day. Such great treasures
After a year hiatus, I am bringing back the Agnew Christmas Tree Decoration Extravaganza. This year had 5 of us running around like crazy finishing up the tree in less than 3 minutes. Quite impressive I might say especially since we had some dead strands of lights and had to redo the lighting schematics.
Fun times – I love my family!
Ever been interested in seeing what Judaism looks like today? Here’s an intro for you.
After sending them a picture of prayer groups praying for them, the Wolfes were appreciative that “North Side is not behind us but you are actually with us.”
At Family Camp, we want to help your family make a memory for a lifetime.
We know that it is very easy for a family to drift away from one another. Special events and summertime trips are often reserved for parents paying for their children to go on trips with other people. Oftentimes, many children and teens have their most pivotal, spiritual moments away from their parents.
We need to change that.
It’s time to bring the family back together.
At Family Camp, your family will be able to enjoy a week that is unlike any other week in your year. Imagine a week that is part vacation, part marriage conference, part spiritual renewal, part youth camp, and part adventure and you get a taste of what Family Camp is all about.
You don’t have to feel guilty anymore about the lack of sharing your faith. Here’s 3 easy steps.
I was honored to have been asked to preach at the 2014 Pastors’ Conference for the South Carolina Baptist Convention last week. The circumstances were a God-thing, and I was humbled to be a part. Speakers at the 2014 Pastors’ Conference, which met under the banner of “This Hope” and featured sessions on “Hope for His Servant,” “Hope for His Church,” …
Ever wanted to get a decent understanding of Buddhism in a few minutes? This will get you started.
Our God is with us. Are there greater words to celebrate? We focused on the tabernacle today and what a joy to celebrate the presence of God. We began our services by singing “Lay Me Down” and “Cornerstone.” After a prayer time led by Jeff, we were reminded about the Project Love Christmas drive, and took a vote of affirmation …
Homes for Hope went amazing Thursday night! Here is a snippet from an article from the Index Journal: Hopewood Haven Ministries in Greenwood is working to solve a problem brought forth earlier this year in a statewide report on human trafficking. The Office of the Attorney General in South Carolina released in June the South Carolina State Plan to Address …
Wow. Such a loaded church sign: NOW IS A GOOD TIME TO VISIT OUR PASTOR IS ON VACATION Ouch. I’m sure this sign tells the outside world about the unity and encouragement present there.
Powerful day in the Word as we focused on The Golden Calf and the Glorious Savior. In addition to some eclectic and powerful worship music (We Exalt Thee, No One Like Our God, You Are Good, My Jesus I Love Thee, Almighty), we got to highlight our Homes for Hope meeting and the announcement of the recommendation for our new …
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