Category Archives: Books

Real Marriage Chapter 1: Thoughts and Our Story

Posted on January 27, 2012 by

The first chapter of “Real Marriage: The Truth About Sex, Friendship and Life Together” by Mark and Grace Driscoll is titled “New Marriage, Same Spouse”. The chapter talks about their testimonies as they came to Jesus, met each other and … Continue reading →

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“Real Marriage” with The Griegos

Posted on January 12, 2012 by

Marriage is hard. Many books about marriage give great theory but stink when it comes to the lab of real life. Mark and Grace Driscoll know this and have written a book about the realities of marriage. In a fitting … Continue reading →

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Celebrating the Launch of Redemption Church’s Website

Posted on May 12, 2011 by

I am currently in the process of planting a church in Rio Rancho, New Mexico. The church will be called Redemption and we just as of yesterday launched our new website, designed by Bryan Lopez. To celebrate the new website … Continue reading →

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The Day Was a Bit Chaotic

Posted on April 18, 2011 by

A lot of reading about planting a church in the Suburbs…

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Sam Storms Recommendation

Posted on April 12, 2011 by

On Saturday Dr. Storms recommended “Surprised by the Power of the Spirit” by Jack Deere, for those who want to learn more about the gifts of the Holy Spirit. I am looking forward to reading and praying through this!

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Pastor: Preach Boldly AND Clearly

Posted on March 16, 2011 by

I am preparing to preach Ephesians 6: 10-20 (The Whole Armor of God) at Desert Springs Church this Sunday. At the end of the passage Paul asks for prayer for his bold declaration of the gospel. John Stott in his commentary on … Continue reading →

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Rob Bell Gets Posterized on MSNBC

Posted on March 16, 2011 by

Getting “posterized” in basketball is when you get dunked on, when someone just embarasses you. I think it is safe to say in this interview on MSNBC (yes MSNBS!) Rob Bell gets posterized and is a far way from the … Continue reading →

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Men, Dare to Pray this Prayer!

Posted on March 1, 2011 by

Men, we are called to pray to be the men that God has called us to be. This is not just a “manly” UFC jock, or an intellectual, technological wizard, instead it is to be a man that people see … Continue reading →

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Pastoring Victims of Sexual Assault

Posted on February 23, 2011 by

Justin Holcomb is the director of The Resurgence, and has written alongside his wife a great book for those who have been victims of sexual assault. This book, Rid Me of My Disgrace, is a must for all pastors to … Continue reading →

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Excellent Preaching

Posted on February 2, 2011 by

“Excellent preaching makes people confident that biblical truth lies within their reach, not beyond their grasp.” Bryan Chapell, Christ Centered Preaching, pg. 110

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