From the very beginning of Christianity there have been those who have misunderstood our faith. After the apostles passed off the seen with the death of the John the Beloved the persecution of the church was just ramping up. By the beginning of the 2nd century Christianity was widely misunderstood and misrepresented in the public square, and the continued persecutions gave rise to Christian Apologists. … Continue reading An Apologist Doesn’t Say I’m Sorry
Many Christians look across this country and notice that America seems to be asleep. We dream of a bigger house, better economy, nicer car and the next iPhone. All the while we ignore the most important elements in life such as the Gospel of Jesus Christ, a personal relationship with God, a loving family and helping our fellow man. America needs to awaken once again. … Continue reading Another Great Awakening
At Southern Hills, church would no longer be church without our invaluable Support Staff. Music Ministry We no have dozens of people led by Pastor Jason in our Choir and Praise Team who lead our church in worship every week. These folks sacrificially arrive early and stay for each of our services to use their gifts for the ministry of worship. They not only perform … Continue reading Developing a Great Team – Part 4
Many who view Southern Hills from the outside may get the wrong idea when seeing the great crowds, multiple services and many salvation decisions that are being made here. They may only see Josh & Heather and the staff they have assembled. But those who are in our ministry know that our kingdom success is attributed to the hand of God and the Lay-Leadership team … Continue reading Developing a Great Team – Part 3
Heather and I cannot express to you the great joy we have when thinking of our faithful deacons. I love these four men and their faithful wives. There are times that I would likely give up the fight without these godly men and women who continually hold their pastor up in prayer and loyal love. Robert & Denise Miller served as our first worship leaders. … Continue reading Developing a Great Team – Part 2
I believe one of the secrets to successful ministry is surrounding the Lead Pastor with an incredible staff. If there is one thing that I have done right over the past 8 years at Southern Hills is to hire the VERY BEST ministry team I have ever seen assembled in a church our size. The Most Important Staff Member I am speaking of the Pastor’s … Continue reading Developing a Great Team – Part 1
