Pastor’s Blog

When Fear Threatens to Paralyze UsWhat are you afraid of? It’s a question most of us would rather…

As we step into a new year, many of us find ourselves weary and burdened, longing for rest…

In a world where nothing seems to come for free, the concept of grace stands out as profoundly…

Teamwork does not come naturally to us. Some people thrive in groups, while others prefer to work alone….

In today’s fast-paced world, the essence of worship can often be overshadowed by personal preferences and distractions. Whether…

As we embark on the Advent season, a time of anticipation and celebration of Christ’s coming, we are…

Ever Feel Like You’re Always Waiting?Life often feels like a series of waiting rooms. Whether it’s waiting for…

Have you ever thought about what it means to be in ministry? You might picture a missionary in…

Ever feel like the world is just too noisy? In our fast-paced lives, finding a moment of peace…

Ever Faced a Season You Wish You Could Erase?We all have chapters in our lives that we’d rather…

Ever Found Yourself in a Rivalry? Rivalries are everywhere. Whether it’s sports teams, political parties, or even within…

Ever Wonder What You Would Restore in Your Life? Imagine if you could restore one thing in your…

https://youtu.be/_IskuJzAdhg?si=ndCKmHJnyxvigCCGEver Wonder How to Respond to Life’s Unfair Moments?We’ve all been there—stuck in traffic while the other lane…

https://youtu.be/ZcJYb4guM3o?si=gOys_JiZM7y_ZhTo Ever wonder if God Is trying to tell you something in the middle of the night? Life’s…

https://youtu.be/3QK4mYASlQM?si=CgabaBA0qwzs8YcI Ever feel like the world is pulling you in every direction? In our fast-paced culture, distractions are…

https://youtu.be/SAjbr12mi7o?si=F9qpZJN5RR_qJAhp Have you ever watched something start terribly only to end beautifully? Like a butterfly emerging from an…

https://youtu.be/uCd38oi2YSU?si=MXf4wmR2wzG8_xsdHave you ever felt stuck, wondering if real change is possible? In Genesis 28, we encounter Jacob at…

https://youtu.be/cuw8LYHxBCY?si=eKDElqt2IF0svH53Have you ever felt like your family was too broken to fix? The story of Isaac’s family in…

https://youtu.be/QuwrT_kQNns?si=F54TQUkAj_LdsT6lEver Wonder What Legacy You’re Leaving Behind?Have you ever paused to consider the legacy you’re building? In a…

https://youtu.be/I_XpXRoGF1AEver wonder what makes a marriage last through the ages? In a world where relationships often falter, the…

https://youtu.be/ciNq7IhE1WUEver wonder how to navigate the uncomfortable topic of death with grace and hope? It’s a subject many…

https://youtu.be/2M9YnkPwMY0Ever find yourself clutching tightly to the things you hold dear, wondering if you could ever let them…

https://youtu.be/wuXdl6CcqhgEver Wonder How Justice Truly Works?In a world where injustice seems to reign, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed….

https://youtu.be/uWKi8NeRXCM Ever Feel Like You’re Stuck in a Loop?Have you ever experienced a déjà vu moment, where it…

https://youtu.be/_R1CFePm2jIHow Forgetful Are You?Ever find yourself forgetting names, dates, or even important tasks? You’re not alone. In our…

https://youtu.be/wsyXt2DOQrIEver wonder how ancient practices like circumcision relate to our modern faith journey? In a world where commitment…

https://youtu.be/h5vCFY7LmGE Have you ever felt like you’re navigating life alone, even when surrounded by people? You’re not alone…

https://youtu.be/PotAqUH3s9wHave you ever found yourself driving through a thick fog, barely able to see the road ahead? It’s…

https://youtu.be/A5owsHrp_X4?si=QbVa-Vl6QBnFXVscHave you ever found yourself in a situation where the odds seemed insurmountable, yet you felt compelled to…

https://youtu.be/8t2Sz_NBJzU?si=8cq2jynGYXxD_x9hHave you ever felt like life has taken you off course, like you’re lost without a map? You’re…

https://youtu.be/b1IFcC8XTlY?si=jODAM1XfZLRl6-KeHave you ever felt like life is a series of unpredictable events, no matter how carefully you plan?…

https://youtu.be/wWLanO1zq0k?si=4Ek9m_lauIqB1ur0Have you ever felt the nudge to step out of your comfort zone, but hesitated because the path…

https://youtu.be/-OpvGfU2n-E?si=1SWYP5Fb4PAxJvuwIn the ancient myth of Narcissus, we find a cautionary tale about a man so captivated by his…

https://youtu.be/NWVhjroYZ_0How do you feel about starting over?We experience fresh starts all the time in life. We transition from…

https://youtu.be/-jcnpIeVI7E?si=iZng5XRX-W3ex9FwOvercoming Evil – Genesis 4:17-8:14 You might be wondering how to stand firm when life feels like a relentless series…

https://youtu.be/ydjZR5nAfOMHave you ever felt the ache of loneliness, even when surrounded by people? You’re not alone. We all…

https://youtu.be/6C_K_vMdg04Have you ever felt like life is just a series of chaotic events, leaving you wondering if a…

https://youtu.be/Ks0_OcDbZyA?si=bDxLhtfrQQ3mL5_hHave you ever felt like you’re carrying the weight of the world on your shoulders, trying to do…

https://youtu.be/aME4D7Ld1-4?si=5f4TQ2c0AdXXhSkMHave you ever felt overwhelmed by the weight of hurt and betrayal? You’re not alone. Many of us…

https://youtu.be/xai-vmIWP_kYou might be wondering, as the Christmas season approaches, what truly makes this time of year so special….

https://youtu.be/eSe2Owtj80E?si=bKJoeAN0TcKpwHCT Have you ever found yourself doing something that others might think is a bit crazy? Maybe it’s…

https://youtu.be/CkZkYuWo8aY?si=dbbXnGzCWigF9X6o You might be wondering, “What makes heaven worth waiting for?” In a world where waiting can feel…

https://youtu.be/lhJm5bCB7dI?si=3DlswEUzJh24D6Mh You might wonder how to handle the worst news imaginable. We’ve all been there—receiving or delivering news…

https://youtu.be/BTLr3_53_qo?si=S6HaYuAFAR4rpiqoYou might be feeling overwhelmed by the constant barrage of political news and the division it seems to…

https://youtu.be/I1ahLoBYmjM?si=JtGLxARmnfOHrKR8Thirteen years ago was one of the most exciting times of my life. I had just moved to…

Have you ever wondered if God’s plans for you are bigger than you can imagine? You might be…

You might wonder, “How can I protect my hard-earned savings?” Imagine working tirelessly for decades, only to see…

You might wonder why understanding false religion is so important. In today’s world, where various belief systems coexist,…

You might wonder why injustice seems to bother us so much. Whether it’s someone cutting in line, littering…

Have you ever felt like God is nowhere to be found? Maybe you’re going through a tough time,…

You might wonder why sharing the gospel is so important. If you’re like many of us, you might…

View Facebook Video Last week I had the privilege of meeting with a fellow EFCA pastor for the first…

View Facebook Video  In the Spring of 2006, I led my first mission trip. I was serving as…

View Facebook Video  Have you tried to define culture before? It is a term we talk about a…

View Facebook Video  What are the most controversial topics today? What do you see in our culture that…

View Facebook Video  In what areas of your life is excellence most important to you? We had a…

View Facebook Video Have you ever wondered how to respond when life throws overwhelming adversity your way? Maybe…

View Facebook Video Northwest Bible Church in Dallas has one of the more unique church mission statements I’ve ever…

View Facebook VideoIt really never ceases to amaze me just how much good people suffer. It makes sense…

View Facebook Video10 months ago, Camilla was headed into surgery. We were about to welcome our 5th son…

View Facebook VideoWhen was the last time you were conflicted in your prayers? When you hit your knees…

How do we know that God hears us when we pray? The thought that God would hear our…

Five years ago, I was going through intense crisis. It wasn’t one that people could see externally, but…

At 6:30 on the morning of October 7, 2023, thousands of Hamas militants poured across the border between…

On September 2, 1945, officials from Japan met with allied representatives on the deck of the battleship USS…

If you could have any superpower, what would it be and why? I’ve conducted a bit of an…

If you could know the future, how much detail would you like to know? Have you ever thought…

Would you consider yourself a stubborn person? Now, let’s be honest now! But if you stubbornly refuse to…

Several years ago, our water heater went out. Has that ever happened to you? It is an absolute…

What do you think will happen in 2024? That’s kind of a scary question to ask. If you…

Over the last few months, I’ve continually been asking for prayer for nurse coverage for our little baby…

What does your favorite nativity scene look like, if you have one? Some we pass by in front…

Now that we are past Thanksgiving, we are officially in Christmas celebration mode. Who is excited? There’s something…

Last Wednesday I took Matthew, my 3-year-old son and shopping partner, on a late-night Publix run to pick…

What do you do when someone knocks on your door? We really only have a couple options. One…

A massive and sudden earthquake rocked the nations of Turkey and Syria early in the morning on February…

What do you think about morning people? Would you consider yourself a morning person? Would you align more…

Today is a big day in the Rice household. Theo is coming home! He has spent most of…

How much are your relationships worth to you? There are a lot of factors at play in this…

The word compromise may be defined as a settlement of differences in which each side makes concessions. Compromise…

We all know the famous statement, “Don’t judge a book by its cover,” but have you ever stopped…

How important is it to you to know the destination before you start a journey? Some of us…

Have you ever been a part of church conflict before? Whether playing an active role or someone watching…

How often do you feel like giving up? I think that for many of us, the answer to…

Today we found out the diagnosis for Theodore. It is a genetic condition called Congenital Myasthenic Syndrome. It…

Have you ever been on a mission trip before? I’ll never forget my first international mission trip 20…

The Christian community is no stranger to controversies around emerging trends. Remember Asbury? It seems like ages ago,…

Three years ago our nation was in an uproar. Thousands of protests were being held all over the…

About four months ago, I began feeling an intense pain in my left shoulder. This was a pain…

What makes you, you? It is amazing how different we are. Different ages, accents, personalities, preferences, values, ethnicities,…