There are currently 2 major giving campaigns in progress at Southern Hills. The first is the “Tithing Challenge” that began on February 2nd. The second is the “Next Step Offering” that will occur on March 23rd. In this post I will help our members and regular attenders determine which giving campaign is right for them. This really can be a difficult call. In one corner … Continue reading Tithe Challenge vs. Next Step Offering
What do you see when you look in the mirror? STOP & THINK. How do you view our modern American culture? STOP & THINK. What is your first thought when you think of your spouse? STOP & THINK. When you think about God, what is He like? STOP & THINK. I’m currently in a sermon series entitled: PERSPECTIVE. We are exploring this proposition: How you … Continue reading Perspective Makes All The Difference
I guess I’m a foodie. Sure, I like food. But I don’t think that makes me a foodie. A foodie is one that likes a great variety of food and seeks out new and interesting food experiences. That’s me! I like trying new things. If you’re like me you might be interested in my list of Top Ten List of Best Places to eat in … Continue reading Top 10 Restaurants in Las Vegas (in my opinion)
This is a guest post from Pastor Fred Murray. Check out his blog at fredmurrayjr.com What is a tithe? I remember sitting in church as a seven year old looking at a small envelope in front of my seat and read the phrase “my tithes and offerings.” I really did not know what that phrase meant at the time. I looked over to my mom … Continue reading The Path of Giving
I guess I’m a Millennial, though I barely make the cutoff that many have arbitrarily placed on this demographic. I was born in the summer of 1980. Not really a Gen-Xer, barely a millennial, I awkwardly find myself in limbo between both worlds. I guess the best proof that I’m a Millennial is that you are currently reading my blog and this paragraph I’ve written … Continue reading Young Leaders
I love the game! I love to be in the game and NOT on the sidelines watching the game. To begin with, you have to understand how much I love sundays. I look forward to this day all week long. Aside from my family time, my entire week is spent in preparation for sunday. I read, study, plan, write and practice my sermon. I put … Continue reading The Sunday I Got Benched
The church is buzzing with excitement as we approach our annual Bible Conference. We are only days away from this incredible 3 day event! Here is what’s in store: Evangelist David Young – Sunday, 6:00pm This incredible speaker will be kicking off our conference on sunday night. David Young has been a personal friend of mine since I was a teenager. Yet this is not … Continue reading Southern Hills Bible Conference – Jan 26-28
I know that some might be offended at the question. “The Bible isn’t difficult to understand,” they may claim. But the fact is, I’ve been studying the book my entire life and there are still portions of the Scripture that I struggle to understand. Even Peter mentions that some Scripture written by Paul would be difficult for some to understand. (II Peter 3:16) Stop! Don’t … Continue reading Why is the Bible Difficult to Understand?
