March 13, 2007
I just got back from the National Preaching Summit in Indianapolis, where I was for the past couple of days to speak to a group of pastors and take part in a series of seminars. It was cloudy and overcast there, so I was happy to come home to all of this beautiful weather we’re having. Here is an interesting overview of the National Preaching Summit and what it’s all about: 13th Annual National Preaching…
Read MoreFebruary 22, 2007
Dennis Bratton inside his Church in Jacksonville
It’s been a whirlwind of a week. I had to make a quick trip to Jacksonville, Florida for a funeral. A dear friend of mine, Damon Davis’, father passed away at the age of 57. Damon’s father, Ray, was probably the main person in America who has helped many ministers in the…
February 18, 2007
2/17/07Box ScoreHope International reeled off a jaw-dropping 28-4 run midway through the second half and then held on to upset The Master’s College 61-56 before a stunned crowd in Bross Gym Saturday evening. The win is the Royals’ season-high fourth in a row.In the first 1:19 of play, it appeared that the 24th-ranked Mustangs were going to run away and hide as they tallied the game’s first six points. Jumpers by Stacy Nanninga and Lisa…
Read MoreFebruary 11, 2007
Today we kicked off our ABC’s of Financial Success series, and the spirit of the congregation was amazing. You can just sense God getting ready to transform lives and lifestyles. There is NO question that the God we serve owns the “cattle on a thousand hills” and He will bless those who honor HIM. Join that Life Group. Get involved. Trust God with the first fruits of all your crops. Bring the whole tithe into…
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