Awesome Arnold...

Thank you so much for your prayers regarding the time of ministry at the Arnold Schwarzenegger Classic bodybuilding show in Columbus, OH. Andy & Deby Steiner and Fred Krause were used mightily of the Lord, and many people were moved by the Lord, even to tears. There were several stories of individuals who deepened their personal relationship with Jesus as well as some new seeds that were planted. One of the most exciting things was hearing that some of the Christian athletes are really taking a stand for Jesus in front of their peers. This is really an important step for believers to take in the industry, because it forces them to live a life worthy of the proclamation they are making. And when I made it known that I wasn't able to attend the event due to the birth of Silas, these athletes stepped up. They partnered with Andy, Deby, and Fred to make the weekend a resounding success. A big thank you goes out to the Steiners and Fred who not only represented Stronghold well, but more importantly, Jesus Christ!

Baby Silas!

I am proud to announce that Silas Christian entered the world on February 26th at 12:10pm. He weighed 6 lbs 14 ounces and was 19.5 inches long. Needless to say, the last couple of weeks have been a big time of adapting to a totally new life! But we really enjoy this new season and are excited to watch our son grow up into the man that God has called him to be. Please pray for wisdom, strength, patience, and love on our behalf as parents. We learn new things every day and greatly covet your prayers for us. Truly children are a gift from God!

Arnold Classic...

Next weekend (March 4-7) is the Arnold Schwarzenegger Classic bodybuilding show in Columbus, OH, and we (Stronghold Ministries) will be sending 3 team members to minister at the show: Andy and Deby Steiner and Fred Krause. I will not be attending the event due to a circumstance that will require all of my focus, attention, and love: the birth of our baby boy on or around March 4th! The Arnold is the largest bodybuilding and fitness show in the world, as nearly 300,000-400,000 people will attend the events and expo over that weekend. Please pray for Andy, Deby, and Fred to be led by the Lord and to show the love of Jesus to all they come across. Pray for open doors to share the good news about Jesus with athletes and officials. Also pray for favor with whomever they speak. Holly and I anxiously await their stories of what God does in Columbus...

Baby is close!

The arrival of our little baby boy is getting close! Anytime in the next 2-3 weeks, he should be here...Of course, Holly is a little bit uncomfortable at this point in the pregnancy to say the least. We are both so excited that the time will be soon and we will have our first child to bring up in this world! Please pray for a healthy baby and good delivery.

Yesterday was such an encouraging day from a ministry standpoint. I went with one of the ministry leaders that I know from the city to a homeless ministry up in Ventura county. The amazing thing about this ministry is the way that the churches in the city have come together. 18 different churches have pulled together in the name of Jesus to build a transitional housing facility to help poor and needy individuals get back on their feet and also develop a close personal relationship with Jesus. I have never seen anything like this, where churches have pulled together - not just for an event - but on a day-to-day basis. And the community has noticed! City officials are calling them asking how they can be of assistance! Truly, these believers are living out their faith in a very powerful way. I believe that LA churches are called to be in that kind of unity here. Please pray that God gives me and all who have this heart the strength and wisdom to make this vision a reality. We know it will only happen by the grace and power of our mighty God!

Community Trash Clean-up!

Members of our Bible Study have a heart for reaching out to our community and making a difference for Jesus Christ. They really desire to put their faith into action in a tangible way. So last Saturday, those who could make it embarked on picking up trash in a local park and underneath an freeway overpass. Policeman driving by were looking at us and various people stopped to thank us. It was amazing how something so small was noticed in such a big way. I know it encouraged all of us to be more active in serving those around us and doing it through the power of Jesus Christ who lives in us. And on top of all this, there's 9 less bags of trash laying around our streets!

Music Tour ministry...

Please pray for me as I travel on a small music tour with an artist who is a good friend of mine. I will be riding on the tour bus, so pray for divine opportunities to talk about Jesus and pray with individuals from the band. We leave Sunday for the first city and will be done Thursday evening.

Also pray today for our Hollywood Pastor's Unity Prayer meeting at 12 Noon PST. I have really been working hard with a few of the other pastors to begin working together in very practical and impactful ways to reach the Hollywood community. Pray that the Holy Spirit continues to lead us and that we don't get ahead of Him.

Thank you for all of your prayers and support!

A new year!!

A NEW YEAR is upon us, and we are really excited about what lies ahead for our family and ministry. We resumed meeting again at our apartment for our Thursday evening Bible Study after a brief break for the holidays. This group is really an encouragement, as these young people are eager to play their part in reaching this city for Christ. As the leaders, pray that Holly and I are filled with the Holy Spirit and power to equip these believers in a way that makes the most of their individual giftings.

Also, our little baby will be coming the first part of March, and yesterday we spent 6 hours at a lamaze class! I guess there's a lot to learn about having a baby! The reality of having a child is really sinking in...I never thought 9 months could travel so fast!

With this coming new year, I want to thank all of you in advance for your continued prayers and support. Please pray for breakthrough with several projects that we are bringing before the Lord. Thanks!