BFF

Sitting outside on my back porch and putting the finishing touches on a talk that will kick off our new series at The Wave called BFF.  Mostly talking about the purpose and importance of friendships.  Thinking back through the years some things I valued in friends have changed some, but some of those things have been cornerstones of my relationships.

Friend Values that I held tightly on to:
1.  Friends who Esteem me – one may sound selfish, but it’s so important to me.  I’ll go to battle for someone who lives out that they value and respect me.

2.  “Go to Battle” for me friends -  I’ve always loved hearing that someone out there was trash talking me a bit, but my friend __________, had my back.  I value that.

3.  Constructive Criticism.  Not often, but when I really need it.  I appreciate those who care enough to speak truth in my life.

4.  Learning and Teaching Friends – I hold tightly to those that I can learn from, but they are humble enough to allow me to teach them also.

5.  Encouraging Friends – I just need it from time to time.

6.  Christ following Friends – Christ is my foundation.  I need to be reminded of that often and in every way.  Great friends do just that.

What do you value most about your friendships?

All out war

We kicked off all out war tonight at the wave. So far our seniors are winning. Lizzy won tickets to wafest and Jared Wilson taught a great message on getting tangled up in sin. Looking forward tonwhat God will teach is during this series.

TC is here

Tim Chuck is here in South Florida. TC, which is what he actually goes by, is from Hobbs, NM and just moved to the Fort Lauderdale area (Coral Springs, FL to be exact) to be one of the Student Ministry interns at Church by the Glades. TC was one of my students when I was the Student Pastor of Taylor Memorial Baptist Church in New Mexico. He just graduated this past May, and is about to dive into being a full time college student. Just wanted to share the DL about TC so everyone could welcome him into the pack!!! It’s great to be in Sunny South Florida.