I was recently talking to another Executive Pastor who was graciously asking me how we’ve been doing since the Flood in Nashville. He was praising our team for how quickly we responded and served our community in that crisis. And I had to be honest with him and tell him that it was “against my […]
It’s been just over two weeks since the horrendous rain began that changed the face of Nashville. In some ways that feels like decades ago… In some ways the horror is still present every time I drive through my neighborhood… For some, their lives were forever changed, the shock is just wearing off and reality […]
It’s been just over two weeks since the horrendous rain began that changed the face of Nashville. In some ways that feels like decades ago… In some ways the horror is still present every time I drive through my neighborhood… For some, their lives were forever changed, the shock is just wearing off and reality […]
The last 12 days have been a complete whirlwind! The amazing Cross Point volunteers have served in extraordinary ways these last 12 days and yet, there is still so much to do. Our Flood Relief Efforts continue and there are three specific ways that you can get involved: 1) Volunteer! Tomorrow, Saturday May 15th – […]
“Hope Through the Cross” by Pete Wilson God shouts through our pain. It’s a megaphone to a distracted world. There are not always simple answers to life’s difficulties. Being a Christian doesn’t mean you know how to respond to everything in life that comes your way. I have told you these things, so that in […]
The best and the worst come out in people in crisis – I know, I’m a walking example But let’s focus on THE BEST: Over 1600 volunteers who showed up ready for action this week Nearly 300 houses cleaned out so far Hundreds of churches who have responded with concern, prayer and resources Volunteer teams […]
Leaders emerge in the heat of the moment. That statement may not sound overly profound, but I’ve never found it to be more true than this week. My boss began making critical decisions from the moment we realized the worst was inevitable. That’s leadership. Three Cross Point guys found a way through waste deep rushing […]
I finally went for a run tonight. The last four days have been so wild the last thing I’ve thought about was exercise, but tonight I had to get out. I was somewhat prepared for what I’d find. I knew my running route would look far different than it ever has before. But, I still […]
Thank you all for the prayers, encouragement and support you have offered to the people of Nashville! God is at work in spite of great tragedy. These past few days have been some of the most challenging and yet most rewarding. I’m so proud of the Cross Point volunteers who have come out by the […]
We were literally washed out today from having regular services. The flooding here in Nashville is like nothing I’ve ever seen before. Please be in prayer for this city. There is much help and healing needed in the coming days and weeks. If you or someone you know has been affected by the flooding and […]