I’ve tried to use a measure of discipline and not use this blog as an outlet for shameless Maryville Vineyard promo. Instead, I want this to be a place where I can share what’s on my mind.

But here’s the deal: what’s happening at the Maryville Vineyard is what’s on my mind.  In fact, it’s just about all I can think about.  The next few months are going to be incredible!

We’ve re-doubled our efforts (beginning with prayer, followed by some rigorous brainstorming) to create engaging and memorable worship experiences.  We don’t get to dictate how God moves in our services, but we can commit to excellence and roll out the red carpet for the Holy Spirit!  We’ve been pleading with God to move and to help us lead people to Him.  I believe he’s going to answer our prayers!

This week is HUGE!  We’re kicking off the Prodigal God series.  I can’t wait to teach this message, and I can’t wait to be a part of what I wholeheartedly expect to be an amazing worship experience.

Can you do me a favor? How about five of them?

1. Pray every single day for God to bless this thing, and for us to be effective in telling people about Jesus.
2. Come to church expecting God to move.  Not just hoping.  Expecting.
3. Spend some time reading through and thinking about Luke 15, and especially Luke 15:11-32.
4. Read this.  Think about it.  What does ‘home’ really mean?
5. Invite everyone you can think of to come.  Offer them a ride.  Cash in a favor if you have to.  Beg and plead.  Bribe.  Send them this link. Whatever it takes, it’s worth it…they need to be here.