No, not the 70's band called the Eagles but the Charlotte Eagles professional soccer team.  This is our third year partnering with them to reach young people with the message of Salvation.  Every player on the Eagles team are Christian missionaries.  They see soccer as a method for gaining the opportunity to share their testimonies. 

Each year they travel to Wilmington the day before they play the Hammerheads and spend the day doing outreach.  Last night we had around 75 kids from 6 years old to 14 years old come out for a free soccer clinic.  We had prizes that were given away.  We gave away a brand new PSP game controller, two hour private party at Gamerz in the mall, CD's from Matt Blair and Decypher Down and thirty Nike soccer balls donated by Eurosport. 

As a result of the outreach 6 kid's received Jesus as their savior!!!!

  Time for the prizes!

 Sharing their testimonies. Having fun!

        

2 Chronicles 7:14
If My people who are called by My name will humble themselves, and pray and seek My face, and turn from their wicked ways, then I will hear from heaven, and will forgive their sin and heal their land.

This morning in my time with God I was challenged to answer these 14 questions about humility. 

 

Personal Evaluation: How Humble Are You?

1. When people disagree with you, do you argue to defend your position?
2. Are you hurt when those whom you dislike are honored?
3. Do you find it difficult to admit you are wrong?
4. Do you inwardly react to criticism?
5. Do you give your opinions before being asked for them?
6. Do you enjoy sharing about your accomplishments?
7. Do you talk more than you listen?
8. Are you more concerned about your reputation or God’s?
9. Do you seek ways to humble yourself?
10. Do you do things for praise and compliments?
11. Do you accept praise rather than deflecting it?
12. Are you quick to correct others when they make mistakes?
13. Do you react when you do not receive credit you are due?
14. Do you compare yourself with others rather than God?

        

We only have 5 more services in our current facility!!  This months sermon series will help us continue with great momentum and prepare us for the next level of ministry.  We are not waiting until we get to our new facility to pull out our best series and best worship.  We must live each day in the moment and thankful for the day way are living in.  There is no time to waste.

This week we are beginning a new sermon series that will focus us on a lifestyle of prayer.  We have published our very own devotional books to go along with the series.  The books were written by four ladies in our church and let me tell you, they did a great job.

If you have been thinking that you should wait to invite your friends to lifecc for the grand opening... well don't.  This is going to be a great time to get people involved.

        

Today looked like a beehive in the facility with so many different crews working together. 

• Painting crew was priming the sanctuary
• AC crew was installing duct work
• Electricians were pulling wires
• Drywall was being hung
• The stage was being completed
• The plumbers were working on the pipes above the restrooms.
• We even had a photographer from the Star News drop by.

The scheduled date for us to launch our first service is August 2.  Today my pastor Dr. Frank Harvey and his wife Shirley dropped in to check up on progress.  He reminded me that without prayer we will just build a building but with prayer we can build a facility that will reach many people for Christ. 

 (Dr. Frank and Shirley Harvey)

        

I would be presumptuous to think that anyone pays much attention except for family but here is a small update on me and our family.

• We took our house of the market two weeks ago.  We had lowered the price so low and still were not getting offers.  We plan on waiting out the slump and try again in a few years.
• Harriet started a new job this week for Liz Claiborne.  She is the regional rep. for their line of clothes in the Belk stores.  She will travel weekly to a store in Morehead City, Wilmington and two in Myrtle Beach.  She will work about 24 hours a week. 
• Eli and Bailey are loving summer.  Eli will be going to a guitar camp in Nashville in two weeks with his close friend Neil.  They will meet several famous Christian musicians such as Toby Mac.  Bailey is heading off to a Christian camp for several days at camp Awanita. 
• I'm getting a new grill for Father's Day!
• Yard work has gotten a lot easier this year.  Eli does it all now.  I think there is a verse in the Bible that says something about our kids being like arrows and lawn keepers.
• Church is going great.  We are walking in crazy faith with our new building project but that makes it exciting.  The church is growing and making great changes.  I'm blessed that so many people are giving their best to the vision at Lifecc. 
• Harriet is nearly over her bout with mono.  That virus knocked her down for almost 2 months.  Part of the problem was that she doesn't do well at doing nothing and resting but now she is feeling much better.  That is great news.
• I played golf yesterday and no kidding, that was the best golf I have ever played.  One day like that and you get that itch to play more.
• My walk with God is great because Jesus did the hard part so that I may do the easier part... which is knowing and walking with God.

I hope and pray you are having a great summer.

        

This is the drawing of the new facility. 

• The sanctuary seats 420. 
• Dry Wall is being hung this week.
• Electricians are at full speed this week.
• We are getting quotes on sound equipment, video equipment and lighting this week.
• All family ministries are presenting their need requests.
• It's busy!!!!

        

Dear Bryan McGee and Rock Church,

A few weeks ago you made an incredible statement of faith, generosity and unity.  You gave our church over $4500.00 to help us build our new church facility at the mall.  We are so grateful to be in a city serving God along side you.  I believe that our unity will be a catalyst for winning this city for Christ.  I know in this economy that sowing over $4500 is a tremendous gift that did not come without the sacrifice of many people.  I pray that your gift is a seed that produces a great harvest at Rock Church as well as is returned back to you one hundred fold.  I want you to know, we will steward every dollar to glorify God.  Nothing wasted.  

I also want you to know that we continue to lift you up in prayer by name on a regular basis at our church.  We stand with you and believe in your vision.  As we both continue to serve God in this city, if there is anything we can do to serve you then you can count on us.

We greatly appreciate you.

God bless you,

Tim Blevins, the Lifecc staff and the body that calls Lifecc their home. 

        

Awesome!!!

• Worship was the best that I can ever remember it.  Loud, passionate and real. 
• We introduced new brand names and logos for our family ministry areas.
• Our new Preschool Ministry name is "Greenhouse".
• Our new Children's Church Ministry name is "Tree House".
• Our new Youth Ministry name is "The Rush".  ... Life is a rush!
• We introduced our new Tree House ministry leader, Jamie Smith.  We are so excited to have her on board to help lead us to a higher level. 
• We announced that Matt Blair will add to his list of duties as overseeing our family ministries.
• We baptized two people.  I will never get tired of watching people make a public profession of their faith. 
• Our youth went to the new facility and spent an evening praying over the building and for their friends that they believe will come to know Jesus in that building.
• Sunday was a big day!
• Attendance was about average which is good for the summer but I think some people are waiting for us to open our new facility at the Mall before they come visit.
• Speaking of the new facility, we had hit some snags but are back on track now.  I should get a firm completion date by the end of the week. 
• The Star News photographer came out to the mall to take pictures of our new facility.  The Star News will be featuring us in Saturday's paper.  I tried to look cool but realize that is pretty hopeless. 

 

        

I know its been a few weeks since I have posted anything and that just goes to show you how crazy busy it has been.  It has been a good crazy though.

• Began construction at the new facility in the mall.
• Hit some snags on the construction.  Cost estimates went up $100,000.  But it is looking better than I could have imagined!
• I took Eli, Katherine and Casey to watch Hillsong United in Virgina Beach.  I think H.U. will be leading worship in heaven one day. 
• This weekend at Lifecc was solid.  Attendance was slightly down but excitement, enthusiasm were up. 
• I love how we worship.  - Passionate, exciting and moving.
• I preached on "Knowing your Identity in Christ."   It really hit home with many.
• We have many new leaders stepping into new roles.  Nothing better than to see people want to help lead with excellence.
• I will post pictures of the mall soon.  Check back tomorrow.

        

Happy Memorial weekend.  I appreciate all of the service men and women who have served and are serving our country.  Also, I am grateful to those who sacrificed their lives for our freedom. 

THANK YOU!!!

Sunday church was awesome.  I had expected a lower than normal turn out for the holiday's but I was proven wrong and I'm glad about it.  I love our church.  Matt Blair changed up our worship this week by going unplugged.  I love the fact that it reminded us that worship is about our hearts towards God and not about a rock band.  Don't get me wrong, I will enjoy having the full band back next week but Sunday was a totally cool flip.  I think it is good to break the routines to keep people a little surprised along the way. 

I preached on being planted in the local church.  It was a great way to finish our vision series.  Don't forget we have a membership class June 13.  

Please pray for Harriet.  She found out that she has mono. 

Today, I am loving the day off and I am going to play golf with my awesome son.