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
Traditionally in our culture we have seen the area of housework firmly in the category of wifely duties. In fact, some have taken this cultural practice and attempted to spiritualize it by tacking on a Bible verse or two. Yet for every verse that teaches a wife is take care of the home (Titus 2:5) there is another verse that teaches a husband is to … Continue reading Five ways a husband can help his wife at home
Life is not always easy! We go through disappointments. We live with unmet expectations. We have memories of hurtful experiences and even abuse. We often relate with Job who said, “Man…is of few days, and full of trouble.” Our eyes are focused on bad things. Our minds are tuned in to negative thoughts. And, if we are not careful, we can become sad, cynical, or … Continue reading Thankful
(This post is written to the members and attenders of Southern Hills Baptist Church. It is not meant to be controversial nor stir up trouble among those who would disagree. It is simply written to express to our congregation my thoughts on the subject.) We are only days away from the spookiest holiday of the year and I can’t wait. For some, Halloween is a … Continue reading Why I Celebrate Halloween
This Sunday is supposed to be one of the most beautiful days of the year in Las Vegas. I hope that you are planning to spend the day at the Southern Hills Church Picnic! Here are 10 really good reasons to come: 10. Sunset Park This is the greatest location our church has ever reserved for our annual picnic! Plenty of covered seating, beautiful grass … Continue reading 10 Reasons to Come to the Church Picnic
1. Spend some family time at the park. Perhaps the greatest park in all of Vegas is Sunset Park with fishing ponds, a frisbee golf course, tennis courts and much more. With so many available options, a parent can’t go wrong in taking a few hours and going to the park. 2. Get out some board games The games that you played as a child … Continue reading 5 Simple Ways to Spend More Time With Your Family
I’m not sure that some people get it. The power of words is incomparable. The Bible says in Proverbs 18:21, “Death and life are in the power of the tongue: and they that love it shall eat the fruit thereof.” Those who know how to harness the power of words are able to benefit greatly. Those who misuse their words will bring death to themselves … Continue reading Killer Words
As a pastor in Las Vegas I teach that Christians ought abstain from all alcohol, however I do acknowledge that there is a valid argument on the other side. All Christians understand that the Bible clearly condemns drunkenness but some suggest alcohol is moderation is acceptable. Though in no way do I want to be a thief of grace as those in Colossians 2:21-22, I do believe it is important to bring up several reasons why the modern, american christian should not partake.
