Your First Love

Mike | February 9, 2009

Read Jesus’ letter to the church at Ephesus this morning.
As far as the church (our churches) goes here’s what I wrote.
But I was drawn Jesus’ words, “You have forsaken your first love.” The more I thought about those words the more I thought about the church’s relationship to Jesus.  He is their groom and the [...]

The Basics

Mike | January 17, 2008

I’m reading Tony Dungy’s autobiography, Quiet Strength. It’s a great read and focuses on his struggles and personal walk with God as it does his coaching career. As I read it I’m reminded and discovering some secrets of leadership that have helped Coach Dungy throughout his carer as a coach, father, husband, and [...]

What’s Your Color?

Mike | January 15, 2008

Back in December I took Cindy for our first organized motorcycle ride.

We rode in the Toys for Tots ride here in Mobile, along with some friends from church. It started as a pretty dreary day, but turned into a great day and a great experience for Cindy.
The ride began at the Marine Corp Reserve [...]

Manhood Takes Guts

Mike | February 6, 2007

I read the blog of a co-laborer in the Kingdom.  His name is Mark Batterson and he’s the pastor of the National Community Church in Washington, D.C.  Today he wrote this post. . .
I just wrote an article for Catalyst Monthly. Should be in next month’s issue. I’m not sure exactly how to say this–don’t [...]

A House Divided

Mike | January 16, 2007

I was reading Matthew 12 this morning and I ran across this quote from Jesus and thought how it applied to men -
“Every kingdom divided against itself will be ruined, and every city or household divided against itself will not stand.” – v. 25
Did you get that? While Jesus was addressing the Pharisees’ accusation [...]