Saturday, October 31, 2009

From the Unemployment Line to Entrepreneur?

Yesterday was my last day on staff at Holy Trinity Church. I was being laid off because of the financial stress the church has been undergoing. There were and are no hard feelings. As in any institution or company, there is no perfect culture. HTC has her organizational problems, but that doesn't change the fact I still love her and serve her regardless of my employment status. I've know this has been coming since March. I've had adequate time to prepare.

On a positive note, I am considering becoming self-employed. I've got a lot to plan as I don't want my wife to carry the load for that long. Lots in my head.... Stay tuned.

Wednesday, October 14, 2009

Unstoppable Salvation


At HTC, I have the privilege to preach every now and then. The last opportunity was over Labor Day weekend. More than highlight the sermon, I wanted to recognize my brother, friend and co-worker, Samuel Andres, for his creative design. This piece which he created for the Romans series artwork for the HTC website was unfortunately turned down by one of the decision makers. It is so abstract yet compelling, that I had to ask him for it. Thanks, Samuel!

Sermon- God's Unstoppable Work of Salvation

John Piper's Call to the Pastorate

As I'm facing job loss and praying about entrance into a pastorate, church planting and/or the EvFree denomination, I providentially stumbled upon this tribute to John Piper's call to the pastorate. God has used JP in a special and strong way in Gospel Christianity. I praise God for the influence and grace he has spoken into my life.

Here's an example of a talk that God used in my life from the good doctor.

HT: (predictably) Justin Taylor