It Takes Longer Than We Think

  Over the course of 18 years as a pastor, I was a part of four building projects, one for Buckhead Church, and three for Gwinnett Church. Along the way, I was told this piece of advice: “It’s going to take longer than you think, and it’s going to cost more than you think.” As…

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You’re Further Along Than You Think

If you’ve ever felt like you’re behind… If you’ve ever felt like people are ahead of you… If you’ve ever felt like you should be further along in life than you are, this week’s email is for you. Here’s the bottom line: You aren’t behind. You are where you are. You can’t start from anywhere…

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My Mom, The Atlanta Hawks And Trae Young

  I have a tendency to take life way too seriously. The older I get the more I realize life is lived best with a sense of humor, a bounce-back resiliency, and an appreciation for the occasional twist of irony that can come our way. Let me explain. My Mom recently turned 95 years old.…

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You’re Further Along Than You Think.

  If you’ve ever felt like you’re behind… If you’ve ever felt like people are ahead of you… If you’ve ever felt like you should be further along in life than you are, this week’s email is for you. Here’s the bottom line: You aren’t behind. You are where you are. You can’t start from…

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A Loss To Start The Year

I’ve never really thought of myself as a dog-person but for the past 12 years I’ve definitely been an Ellie-person. Ellie was our 12-year-old dog. She passed away last week. 12 years ago, when Wendy suggested we get a dog for the family, I quickly disagreed. She presented her case. I presented mine. So… we…

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My Word For The Year

  Happy New Year everyone! Like many of you, I try to find a word or phrase to be the theme of the year. As some of you know, I also try to pick one of the characteristics of the fruit of the Spirit which is referenced in the New Testament: Love, joy, peace, patience,…

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