Taking it easy.

Well after a big weekend, I've just been cleaning some things up and getting ready for Sunday's evaluation. Got to spend some quality time with my kids today, no running around, just a little wrestling on the floor, bike ride (I was showing them how to do a wheelie), and then Popsicles. Tomorrow we have a couple ideas for the day, we will see which one works out best (possibly Cedar Point).
Over the years I've noticed how easy it is to lose track of time, get buried in your work and forget about your family. I used to be a workaholic and would neglect my family often. Fortunately I have learned over the years to make sure to take the time, I mean quality time with my family. My kids love it and look forward to it.
Friday we get to attend another Toledo Mudhen's baseball game. Kendra's mom took us a few weeks ago and we all had a great time. I want to catch a foul ball for my kids, last time we were there thats all they talked about. The quality time I spend with my family, has always proven strengthen our relationships with each other.
So if you have been busy doing what you do, and have lost track of time, stop what your doing and put a date on the calender that you can spend with your family. They will enjoy it and so will you.

Sunday Night Release

LifePoint's 1st Preview Service happened today, I was extremely happy how things went. Had a couple kinks, but you will have that in the beginning. Here are a few highlights from the day.

• Morning came really fast!
• The adrenaline was pumping!
• Everyone was on time or early (excitement)!
• We had Panera coffee and bagels!
• Man was it hot!
• We had preservice music!
• The band sounded great!
• We blew a fuse, but worked through the problem!
• It was a scorcher!
• Had someone tell me they thought the service was cool!
• Had someone tell me they thought the service was long and to load!:o)
• Had someone tell me they love it.
• Had someone tell me this is what they have been looking for!
• Did I mention it was really hot!
• Had someone accept Christ!
• Everyone did an excellent job today, pat yourself on the back!
• God is awesome!
• The preaching was ok hopefully better next time!
• Kentucky Fried Chicken buckets for the offering, priceless!
• Hot, Hot, Hot!
• Will blog more later!
  

I can't believe it!

I can't believe it's finally here. LifePoint's 1st Preview Service, tomorrow morning 10 o'clock. So many emotions running through my head, not sure how much sleep i will get tonight, but whatever I get I'm sure it will be sufficient. A special thanks to our Launch Team, we love you all!
Everyone has worked so hard to get to this first milestone, I know going into tomorrow most of us will be running on pure adrenaline. Thats ok we will rest later.
Today was a very busy day, about eleven hours of making sure all the details were taken care of. Had a couple snags along the way, but they are now taken care of and we are ready to role. From the beginning we said this was God's church and we were only laborers, nothing has changed He is in control and we are looking forward to seeing what He will do tomorrow.
Tomorrow is just another step of many of LifePoint making an impact in the community. That will be long lasting and rock solid. It's not about us, it's about Jesus and the great people of Hancock County.
Well that's it for now, I hope to see all of you tomorrow at 10. Good Night!

Really Quick

Well, another busy day almost gone. It's about 6:25pm and getting ready to meet with the best Launch team there is. We are just a few days away to our 1st preview service. Tonight we will go over some of those little details that are still out there. For the most part things are ready to go, everyone has done a great job so that we are not rushing around on Sunday. I have a few things running through my mind, I will try and blog them later tonight or in the morning.

Rollin, Rollin, Rollin

Wow, the week is going by really fast. Were gearing up for our 1st preview this Sunday at 10:00a.m. We are making sure we are dotting our I's and crossing our T's. And boy is there a lot of them. There are so many little details, that need to be done. I don't really know why we call them little, to me any detail is big. If you forget one detail, doesn't matter big or small, someone will notice, probably not everyone, but someone. And at LifePoint we are striving for excellence, so every detail counts no matter how big or how small.
The sound system showed up today :)
More fliers were passed out :)
The worship team practiced :)
Everyone is doing a great job :)
God has been amazing :)
Had a great lunch with Steve Long and Ryan Pickerel at the Red Pig :)
Looking forward to a road trip this afternoon to Toledo :)
Picking up chairs and stage pieces :)
Meeting with Panera Bread (maybe a frozen mocha) :)
Having the time of my life :)
I love people :)
Sunday is right around the corner :)
God is in control :)
Man am I happy :)
God is Big and He is looking to do Big things :)

Sunday Night Release

Wow what a day today, I don't even know where to start. So I will start in the beginning.

• Up to 3:30am printing fliers and looking for another video for my message.
• Still to excited couldn't sleep.
• 8:30am walked into the church I was overcome with emotions.
• Got my composure, got ready for our 1st mock service.
• 10:00am started in the parking lot talking about the flow, then prayed!
• Prayed thru the hallways!
• Prayed in the cafe!
• Walked thru service, with no sound. God is in control :)
• The music was great! Great job Shan, Josh, Eric, Erica, Brian, Jen, and Nick.
• Coffee was great. Thanks to Jerry.
• During the run thru got chills, can't wait to see how God is going to use LifePoint.
• Had lunch at Hunan, Yum Yum
• My wife is awesome!!
• Many fliers were passed out today.
  
• Thanks to everyone who served today, job well done.
• Finished night off with a camp fire and a movie, oh yeh made Jiffy Pop on the fire.
  
• Next Sunday is going to be a blast, don't miss it.
  

More Than a Church

At LifePoint we want to be more than just another church building. We have plenty of those around, and definitely don't need anymore. We are striving to be an outward church that is looking to make an impact in the community, to role up our sleeves and dig in to make long lasting partnerships with the people.To leave the confines of our building and show people the love of Jesus by extending a helping hand, serving, and giving back to a community that has given so much. One of our goals is to put "unity" back into community. To make a difference in the lives of this generation and the generations to come. It won't be easy, but it can be done!
Will you join me as we make a difference? There's plenty of room :)

Invitation to First Preview Service

Life is messy. Kids, finances, relationships, stress… our plates are full, but it doesn’t have to be overwhelming. At LifePoint Community Church, you’ll find new friends, great programs, and an upbeat, relevant service. We’re exploring God’s instruction manual and discovering practical tools to help build strong families, find personal fulfillment, and put our hectic lives in balance. So stop in to our preview on July 20^th, and bring the kids—even if they’re sticky.

1^st Preview Service

July 20^th 10:00 am

Corner of Western & Adams

(Old St. Mike School)

www.lifepointfindlay.com

567-208-4866

Future Previews: August 10^th & Sept. 7^th

Official Launch:

October 5^th

Where have I been?

Wow, time flies when your having fun!! I haven't blogged since June 24th,and it feels like it. Life has been fast and furious, we are only nine days away from our first preview service, with still a lot to be done. We are having the most fun that we have had in ministry. Everyday there is a new adventure, or a new snag, you never know what your going get from day to day. Things are falling into place, not in my timing but in God's timing, and that's fine by me (well sometimes:). The excitement is rising as we will be in our building this Sunday to go through a run through for next week. I just can't believe it's almost here!
Here's a shout out to our Launch Team, you guys and ladies are awesome, your doing a great job, and we are so happy that your on our team. Lets stay focused, keep our eyes on the vision, and press on. God is doing big things, and there are big things to come. We love all of you and thank you for your commitment to LifePoint.
If your reading this blog today and don't have a church you currently attend and you want to be a part of an exciting growing church that is looking to make a difference in the community, then come visit us July 2oth at 10:00am at 701 Adams st. Findlay,Ohio 45840. It's a come as you are environment, with upbeat music and an awesome kids program. So come check us out. Also you can check out our website at www.lifepointfindlay.com