Archive for April, 2007

Thinking Blogger Awards

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The latest fad in the Blogging world is to name five blogs that make you think (and bestow upon them the Thinking Blogger Award). I’ve never been one to shy away from fads, so here is my list:

Patrick Mead — It seems that Patrick always has something timely, interesting, challenging, informative, humorous and insightful to say. He has blessed me and my ministry greatly.

Mark Frost — Mark was our minister for the first three years of our marriage (in those golden days before I myself became a minister). He has been a big influence on my ministry, and his blog always makes me think. Oh, and he’s my roommate in the Pastors of Excellence Program.

David Underwood — David’s blog is such an encouragement to me. I’ve never met him, but I feel like I’ve known him for years. David is the one who opened my eyes to the writings of Donald Miller, and I will always be thankful for that.

Donna G. — Donna is another one that seems like an old friend, though we’ve never met. We share an interest in NASCAR and Alabama football. Donna is a deep thinker who edifies and challenges me. Her writings make me want to be a better man, husband, father, friend, and minister.

Trey Morgan — I’ve only been reading Trey’s blog for a few months now, but I always look forward to it. It is very thoughtful, practical, and often funny.

I am hesitant to list just five because I am blessed by so many, and I hate to leave someone out. But as I looked through the list of the blogs I frequent, these were the ones that really stood out. Now, let’s hear the acceptance speeches from the winners…..

Prayer of Praise

This is a Prayer of Praise that I wrote a few years ago…..

O God, I praise you for your creation.


I thank you for the seasons you set in motion.

The cold, crisp beauty of winter;

The new beginning of spring;

The warm sunshine of summer;

The rugged splendor of fall.


Your awesome power is clearly seen

In the mighty oceans;

In the magnificent trees;

In the brilliant sunsets you paint in the sky;

In the billions of stars you have set in the heavens.


Your beautiful design is seen in all the creatures

that inhabit the earth.

The power and beauty of an Eagle;

The speed and grace of a Deer;

The incredible vastness of a Whale;

The fierceness and majesty of a Lion.


O God, your wisdom and power is seen in man –

the crown of your creation.

You have created us, male and female, in your image.

You have placed everything in creation under our feet.

We give you praise.


O mighty God, Creator and Sustainer of all things,

As I look at your glorious work, I am filled with awe.

I give you all glory, honor, praise and adoration.


Your creation bows before you, O God.

May you be praised forever.

Amen.

Happy Birthday Jill!

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Today is my wife’s 40th birthday! The Big Four-Oh!

She is a wonderful blessing to me and our kids (and pretty much everyone she meets). We are thankful to have her and to get to celebrate with her today. If you’d like, wish her a happy birthday by leaving a comment.

My Princess

No offense to The Princess of the Blog Community, but here are some pictures of my princess.  My daughter, Emma, was recently the flower girl in a wedding I performed.  I had the honor of escorting her out after the ceremony.

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