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Archive for December, 2007

Man, it was a good one…one of the best ever. But I fear that such statements imply that preachers have perfect Christmases…because, well, we work for Jesus, and it’s His holiday.
So I thought I’d share an inside peak at some of the things I experience too-just like you probably do-during the holidays. I hope it [...]

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Audio Blog - Installment 2

Monday, December 31st, 2007

Here is the weekly installment of our new “blogcast” for those interested in getting a behind the scenes listen of some our Best Practices at Elevation. This week we’re tackling what it means to be Ruth’s Chris and not Golden Corral.

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Christmas at Cricket Pics

Wednesday, December 26th, 2007

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Big Things Poppin’

Monday, December 24th, 2007

A little inside shout for everyone who was at Cricket Sunday.
My most heartfelt thanks to the incredible Elevation staff, volunteer and paid, for pulling off an unforgettable experience. The energy, unity, and excellence in that arena made me so proud to be your pastor, and even more fired up about our future.
Many thanks also to [...]

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It’s Here

Friday, December 21st, 2007

2 days from now thousands of us will be gathered together at Cricket Arena for one incredible worship experience.
I asked all Elevators to alter holiday plans if possible to be a part of Christmas at Cricket. The staff is telling me that not only are many of you altering your plans, but that you’re [...]

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Lost Sheep

Thursday, December 20th, 2007

Matthew 10:5-7
These twelve Jesus sent out with the following instructions: “Do not go among the Gentiles or enter any town of the Samaritans. Go rather to the lost sheep of Israel. As you go, preach this message: ‘The kingdom of heaven is near.’”
This passage is fascinating to me, because I relate to it. It kind [...]

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Lessons from a Roadie

Wednesday, December 19th, 2007

Lesson #2 -Excellence in Ministry
You see, at Elevation we work hard to create an excellent worship experience because our God deserves it, and we don’t want any distraction to keep someone who is “far from God” from engaging with the preaching of the Gospel.
But unfortunately, I learned about the importance of this principle by seeing [...]

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