Category: Missional Church

Articles on Discipleship, Culture, Mission

Posted on June 5, 2009

People are often surprised when they hear that I publish articles somewhere besides my blog. So, for those who are interested, here are a few locations that I have and will continue to post articles.

The Resurgence is a movement that resources multiple generations to live for Jesus so that they can effectively reach their cities with the Gospel by staying culturally accessible and Biblically faithful.


Boundless offers articles from and on Christian worldview for young adults.


The High Calling helps you delve as deep as you want for strengthening and  inspiration in the high calling of our daily work

Deacon Installment

Posted on June 2, 2009

On Sunday, we installed the first deacons of Austin City Life, 5 months after they completed training! Church planting! We introduced them as lead servants in our church who have demonstrated a commitment to the character, theology, and service of deacon. It was a sweet time to reflect on the gospel growth in our church, and to celebrate our deacons commitment.

As I introduced each person, I asked them the following question: “Do you pledge, by God’s grace, to serve this church with the character, faith, and service fitting of a deacon? If so, say ‘I do’”. This question simulateously called each person to sober commitment and to God’s all-sufficient grace in serving the church. I am thrilled to have such fine deacons dedicated to the good of our church, the good of the city, and the glory of God!

Here are the Deacon Resources we used and developed along the way. The newest contribution is the manuscript and outline of what I said during the installment. Hope it helps.