Billy Mays in Heaven

Saturday Night Dowload - Father's Day

Wow - it was great to see so many new faces tonight as well as some old friends! It's always exciting to see everyone packed in!

And the kids were awesome saying their Bible memory verse & singing their theme song from Vacation Bible School! Those 30+ kids are not the future church - they are the church, just like you & me! And I am so proud of the many adults who served & sacrificed so our kids would have a great week - you guys Rock!


We hope you celebrate & enjoy your family this Sunday! Seriously, when you cut through all of the life-clutter, does anything else really matter?

If you're a DAD...
Don't wait around for them to call you - surprise them & you call them.
Don't wait for them to say, "I love you" - you tell them!
Be the Shepherd - Be the Warrior - Be the Head Coach
Make sure your whole family knows they are Loved, Safe, & Valued - Unconditionally!

Have a great Sunday!
I love you guys!

Pastor Jeff

The church body in motion

Last week a couple from Warehouse 727 Church went on vacation - from FL to VA. Once there, the husband became sick & is now in the hospital with a severe blood/cell infection. They immediately started some heavy duty IV antibiotics - it's been 5 days & he will not be going home soon.

I just spoke with another couple from church & they are on their way up to VA to be with the other couple & offer any assistance & support they can. Isn't that the coolest thing ever?!

That is the Church simply doing its thing!!

Looking for the lost

• is attitude - requires a heart that genuinely cares for others
• is intentional - requires a focus & purpose in whatever we do
• is sacrificial - requires my time & effort
• is courageous - we may be turned down but so what?! We are not responsible for their response but for obedience in sharing
• is persistent - salvation is a process and may take some years before they embrace Christ; don't give up. Christ did not give up on you!
• is the lifestyle of a Christ-Follower - looking for the lost is not an option; neither is ignoring the lost. Jesus' last words to His followers were to "go and make disciples."

May 29 - Back from Ridgecrest, NC

Last weekend I was at "Rally to Ridgecrest" - a gathering of Christian motorcycle ministries. Jay Wooldridge & I met a lot of great people who love the LORD & love to ride - they are serious about both!
I believe this event will be very influential in the development of the motorcycle ministry @ Warehouse727.com. Pray for this ministry... As one speaker said, "The last thing we need is another riding club!"

Here are a couple of pictures from the weekend:

From Blogger Pictures

From Blogger Pictures

This weekend we will look at a passage that exposes the very essence & passion of what lies in God's heart - He is crazy about finding lost things! My hope is that our personal passion will be in sync with God's passion and that we will celebrate the things that God truly celebrates!!

The following Saturday, June 6th, I will explain in a simple & clear way, how to become a Christ-Follower. This will be a fantastic weekend to bring a friend who may not know what it means to be a Christian AND it will be great for Christians to attend because they will have a "tool" to share & explain their faith to someone else.

Please pray for these Saturday nights - that it will result in many coming to faith & many celebrating the things that God celebrates!

Also - we're having a Tailgate Party & Baptism this Sunday, May 31st. I believe baptism is the party & manner we should celebrate that we were far from God (lost), but now have been found and reconnected to Him!
Email me or call the church if you need information about the celebration.

Happy Mother's Day

When I first met Charlene, she was a mere freshman in college; I was a big senior. We dated for two years, and have now been married for 19 years.

The first thing I noticed about Charlene was that she can brighten any room with her smile and enthusiasm. She loves to celebrate with others and she can be just as quick to extend compassion for someone who is hurting. She knows no stranger and expresses the love of Christ to all who know her.

Though many words and phrases can be used to describe her, one of the best is "mom." Ever since I've known her, she has always adored children. Today, she absolutely loves our little girl, Spring and our little man, Eli. Charlene is as selfless with her love as I have ever witnessed besides the love from the LORD.

Moms who embrace their role are amazing because of their strength, persistence, and dignity. To all of you who are not mothers - you need to celebrate & express your love to the mothers in your life. To all who are mothers - enjoy this day; I celebrate & honor you.
To my sweet Charlene - I am amazed at your strength, the depth of your compassion, & all you do. I love you... Happy Mother's Day!

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