January 1st, 2012
macrichard

MERRY NEW YEAR!!!

In the beginning, God created…

   Gen. 1:1a

This is how God opens his love letter to humanity in the book of Genesis. But, what if we used it as a template to open our love letter to him in 2012? What if everyone who claims the label Christian began this year praying with everything we have to ask God how to create a year that reflects, proclaims, and honors him?

To be sure, we’ll encounter events, challenges, losses, and opportunities that are beyond our control. But, if we accept responsibility for the things we can control and influence—the gifts & talents, relationships & resources that have been entrusted to us—we can radically alter the trajectory of this year and our lives. 

All creativity is born in the heart and character and personality of God. And as another expression of his love for us, he lets us participate in that creativity to honor him and make a difference in our homes, neighborhoods, schools, the marketplace, politics…you get the point.

Mac is married to Julie, and they have two teenage children. He is the pastor of Lake Hills Church which he and Julie helped launch in Austin, TX in 1997. He is passionate about Christ, his family, the local church, getting to live in Austin, Lyle Lovett, Waylon Jennings, saltwater fly fishing, hunting, and playing dominoes with his family.

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