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Christmas Eve Eve

December 23rd, 2009 1 comment »

It’s the day before Christmas Eve and I am PUMPED! At the Crosspoint Office, we decided to spend this day serving the people who work in the other offices and businesses in the industrial park where we office out of. We’re firing up a massive grill and feeding everyone today!

It’s another opportunity to share God’s love in a practical way.

The love of God sometimes isn’t practical though… Sometimes it’s weird. If “I” was God, I’m not so sure I would should up as a tiny baby. So fragile, so defenseless, so… “babyish”.

Instead of a throne, He got a manger. Instead of a castle, our King got a stable. Sometimes LOVE comes in a form where you least expect it.

Tomorrow on Christmas Eve, who are you bringing? Who have you been praying for who is going to meet face to face with a savior you’d never suspect?

See you tomorrow!
Christmas Eve Web

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What’s Your Story?

December 14th, 2009 2 comments »

I’ve recently started reading Chris’ blog at dewde.com he has a very unique perspective that I found refreshing, but it’s his story. His personal story that touched me.

Watch it and let us know what YOUR story is… email it to: mystory@crosspointlive.com

It’s Personal – A Former Atheist Speaks from dewde on Vimeo.

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Tags: Life My Story story

5 Great Ways to Spread Christmas Cheer!

December 2nd, 2009 No comments »

This Christmas you can share God’s love in some very real a practical ways. Here are some ideas:

House Decorating – Is there a single mom, elderly couple, or a busy family in your neighborhood that you can help out? Grab a small group or a some friends and get the supplies necessary to deck the halls for someone else this year! Maybe buy a real Christmas tree for a family that can’t afford it. You know that newlywed couple that sits in the back? Get ‘em some mistletoe!
Candy Canes – Do a candy drop at some area businesses or have some handy for the kids when they stop by. Candy canes are a great way to share about the love of Jesus!
Walmart Survival Bags – Brooke (she’s in my small group) shared this idea with me. How’s about making some goody bags for parents as they get their kids ready to fight the crowds at Walmart (or any big box store). Fill the bag up with activity books, stickers, toys, candy, whatever gets kids attention. That way parents can focus on getting in and getting out while the kids have some fun distractions to keep them busy.
Free Christmas Wrapping – Grab a small group and volunteer at a store in the area to help with their Christmas Wrapping. Crosspoint does this every year!
Christmas Caroling – It’s NOT a dead art. You’d be surprised at how welcoming the reactions are when you stop at a neighbor’s house with a small group and share some Christmas carols with them. Share God’s love with someone by SINGING about God’s ultimate act of love… His son Jesus.

‘Tis the Season to show some love to your neighbors and friends, reach out to the left out and unwanted, to share the life-changing message of Jesus Christ to a world that needs it.

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I am thankful for…

November 26th, 2009 No comments »

It’s that time of year. I get to reflect and thank God for all of His wonderful blessings that He has provided this year.

I am thankful for:

God the father – He has blessed my family and given me so much to be thankful for. It all starts with Him. His love endures forever. (Psalms 107:1)
Jesus Christ – My savior who died on the cross for my sins, and made me a new creation. (2 Corinthians 5:17)
The Holy Spirit – Who guides me.
My wonderful wife Tina – She is my best friend, my partner, my Godsend. She is my favorite person!
My Mom – She gives me more than she’ll ever know.
My Dad – There’s nothing like the love of a father. (After this crazy year, I’m glad that God has gifted me another year with him)
My fantastic Brothers and Sister!
My family – ALL OF THEM! (My Aunts, Cousins, Uncles, etc… I love you all)
My In-Laws – They are the best!
My Crosspoint Family – I LOVE MY CHURCH!!
The wonderful staff that I get to work with! – Paul, Brad, Cheryl, and Marion… I LOVE my job!
My Dogs – Barkley and She-Ra bring lots of love & light into my life. The Dynamic Duo are the best dogs ever!
My home – the fact that I have a roof over my head is a blessing.
My car – I love my Jeep and after Kip & Nick put my new top on, it feels like a brand new car! (It’s the little things)
My computer – I’m a Mac.
Facebook – yes Facebook, because it keeps me connected with my entire family. (Yes we’re ALL on it.)
Pizza Villa – My favorite Spring Hill restaurant. It’s cheap, it’s got great pizza, and I go there just about every Sunday.
TiVo – I like TV, ok.

From the big things to the little things… what are you thankful for?

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Meet Water of Life

November 21st, 2009 No comments »

This year at Crosspoint, we’re proud to say that 80% of our Christmas Offering will be going to ministries and organizations that are outside of our community. You can find out more at ChristmasOffering.com. One of the organizations we’re working with is Water of Life.

Water of Life is an organization dedicated to providing access to clean water to those in need while offering the message of the Gospel of Jesus Christ. A non-profit organization based in Greenville, South Carolina, WOL has been sending mission teams around the world into different countries for years.

We will be adopting the village of Boiwalah in Liberia, Africa. The money we raise will be used to build a well that feeds into Boiwalah and 3 other villages.

Find out more about them at GiveFreshWater.org
and you can follow them on Twitter and Facebook

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Tags: Africa Boiwalah Christmas Offering Crosspoint Liberia Water of Life wells

Keep Looking Up!

November 20th, 2009 No comments »

3 weeks ago I was in New York City. Walking through those streets I would get lost in the cityscape. My eyes would be fixated on the skyline. It was tough for me to not keep looking up in the air at the beautiful architecture. But for the residents of the city who have been there for a while… they seemed a bit jaded. They didn’t look up anymore. They either got used to it, or they’ve been there too long, or maybe they’ve seen enough.

In our relationship with God it’s the same thing. Many who have been involved in the Christian culture for a long time let their relationship with God to grow stale. They stop listening for Him, seeking the Lord in the small stuff, finding the beauty of Jesus in the everyday-ness of life. They quit looking up. They no longer see the God of the city at work.

Psalms 121 talks about looking up to the hills to realize that your help comes from the Lord. Whether you’re looking up at a gorgeous skyline or if you’re looking a God’s beauty in creation, never quit looking up. Don’t let it get stale, shake it up, and ultimately don’t forget what it’s all about – Love God, Love Others. (Matthew 22:34-40)

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Tags: Faith God New York Stale

Listen to the new Switchfoot album “Hello Hurricane” for free

November 10th, 2009 No comments »

Sure it’s not a popular album title if you’re a Floridian… but here it is the new Switchfoot album. Check it out for free.

Hello Hurricane [Deluxe] – Swi…

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33! 33? Really? Really?

November 9th, 2009 No comments »

So today’s my birthday… my youth pastor (Yes, MY pastor when I was a teenager.) sent me a video to help celebrate:

I’ve got to be honest… I knew 33 was coming but I didn’t realize it would come so soon. I had a great celebration yesterday with lots of my friends and family from Crosspoint and throughout the community.

It’s was the Cordova Kickball Classic. In my mind the best way to deal with getting older is by playing games that I played when I was younger. We had a great time and I posted some of the pics below:

I have looked forward to many birthdays in the past:

13 – teens baby!
16 – driving
18 – vote
20 – no more teens
25 – I could rent a car!
30 – Finally old enough to be “old enough”

But 33 is different… 33 means “I should know better”. So my goal for 33 is the know and learn the things I should “Know Better”. I want to love God more, I want to serve more, I want to give more, I want to be a better husband, son, friend.

My verses for 33 are:

Micah 6:8

⁸ He has showed you, O man, what is good.
And what does the LORD require of you?
To act justly and to love mercy
and to walk humbly with your God.

Psalm 19:14

¹⁴ May the words of my mouth and the meditation of my heart
be pleasing in your sight,
O LORD, my Rock and my Redeemer.

James 1:19

¹⁹My dear brothers, take note of this: Everyone should be quick to listen, slow to speak and slow to become angry,

James 1:22

²²Do not merely listen to the word, and so deceive yourselves. Do what it says.

Lord, help me to make year 33 a year that pleases you and one that impacts my community, my family, and my friends for eternity. Amen.

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Tags: Birthday

How to have a successful Halloweenie Roast!

October 27th, 2009 No comments »

The fall is here, the temperature is dropping (which means it’s 72 here in Florida), and Halloween is just around the corner which means one thing: The smell of kindness is once again in the air!

For the second year, Crosspoint Church is participating in the HALLOWEENIE ROAST! The Halloweenie Roast is an outreach designed for parents of kids who are trick or treating. Since kids are the ones who get all of the goodies on the 31st, we decided that this was a huge opportunity to serve parents who are being dragged up and down the street by their kids in their pursuit of candy.

We’ve encouraged everyone here at Crosspoint to set-up their grills in their front lawn and offer Free Hotdogs and drinks to moms and dads in the community. It’s a simple way of saying “God Loves You” to parents during this night that usually focuses on the kids.

If you are interested in how the Halloweenie Roast works, here’s the video we sent out to all of the Small Group Leaders who are facilitating the event: