Surprising find? I think Not!

I was reading an article today and thought that I would share it with everyone out there. It is a tough article for most, but it really reveals an issue that needs to be corrected. The reality is that Safe Sex is not an option. Safe Abstinence is. There is a reason why God established a standard of waiting for the person you marry. It is more than Him being a big fuddy duddy. It is his protection in our lives and in the lives of our kids. So here is the article from Fox News "Why Today's Sex Education won't work." . I hope you enjoy it. Let me know what you think.

Mission Cheyenne

I wanted to post a few pictures of the Mission Cheyenne team and some of the work we did. The team did a phenomenal job working with Element Church and Sunnyside Baptist Church. We had a great time serving in the name of Jesus and helping these churches keep Christ in front of the communities in Cheyenne.

We also helped a woman whose husband has recently been diagnosed with alzheimers and it is very bad. We helped her get the house painted so that they could sell it. It was a huge blessing for her and she took very good care of everyone who pitched in on the effort. The house looks great thanks to the hard work of many individuals.

Sexuality & the church

I know the title is going to throw a few of you off. It is a strong title and there are alot of conotations that come to mind. However, the church has been silent for a long time on sexuality and Ed Stetzer has written a great blog article "The Pornification of American Culture," that I would encourage you to read. I would be interested in hearing your thoughts and responses to how the church can be on the offensive against Satan in this movement in culture. How can we respond as a youth ministry that will strengthen your kids to stand firm against the devil? LEt me know your thoughts.

What's Your Priority?

I was excited when the Denver Broncos announced that their second selection of the 2011 NFL draft was Tim Tebow QB from the Florida Gators. I have never liked the Florida Gators because they are in the same conference as Alabama. However, I like Tim Tebow. He has an unusually high level of respect and leadership among his teammates and with his coaches. Time was also one who took a stand for Christ, even when he was in the limelight, he never passed up an opportunity to express his thanks for Jesus.

Tim Tebow has a great story. If you haven't heard much about it you need to do some checking. His mom was advised to have an aboriton with him and she chose not to. That will make you think about the importance of life. I was reading a blog on Focus on the family here and was impressed again for what Tim stands for. I would encourage you to read it.

No matter what your story. No matter what struggles or difficulties or the success you've had, God wants to use your story for His glory. So? What's your priority?

Grace & Parenting

Do you struggle with parenting? Do you disipline your kids or struggle too get them to obey you? I think all of us can answer yes. I read this blog at the Gospel Coalition website and thought I would share it with you. Here is a great foreward to a book that is coming out soon. Give them Grace I hope you enjoy it. I have ordered my copy to check it out and will let you know what I think.

Joplin aftermath

Yesterday we took a small group of individuals from Springhill to Joplin to help out a couple whose house was severely damaged. Their house is still standing but it has suffered some severe damage fromt he tornado. Springhill is going to have an opportunity to serve ur brothers & sisters in multiple ways over the coming days, weeks and months. It is going to be a long and arduous process and we want to do all that we can to help them through this difficult season.

So, here is the plan over the next couple of weeks. Springhill will be planning on taking mulitple teams down to help in the debris removal process for homes as well as looking for opportunities to help families in any way we can. As of right now we are encouraging everyone to make a $10 donation to Convoy of Hope by texting Convoy to 50555. For every $1 donated Convoy can get $7 worth of food and water. This is an awesome opportunity to be a blessing and be wise with our money.

Graduation!

I love this time of year. It is warming up, the gloominess of winter is turning into the joy of spring and the heat of summer. With all that school is drawing to a close and a special group of teens who have worked hard for the past 18 years are getting ready for a special occassion.

GRADUATION! The culmination of many years of work, battles, fights, emotional, spiritual and physical struggles. Today I want to conGRADulate all of our graduating seniors. Here is a list: Kylee Anderson, Taylor Arnott, Maleah Brown, Jeremy Edwards, Mark Harris, Christin Hartman, Nathan Kittleman, Dylan Louderbaugh, Lauren McCurry, Kylie Petersen, Seth Thomas.

We also have a special group of College graduates: Sarah Gott, Todd Wallace and Erin Ward. Congradulations to all of you.