BIO:

I grew up lost in a totally dysfunctional family involving abuse, alcohol and drugs. At 18 years of age I had no future. I would never even have finished high school except for divine intervention. I now have a Bachelor's degree in Christian Studies from Cal Baptist University, and am currently working on a Master's of Divinity at the Haggard School of Theology at Azusa Pacific University. I am devoted to using the life that God has so generously granted me to serving Him through strengthening His body in the world.

The biggest need that I see in the body is for authentic discipleship. We have lost what walking with Jesus is all about. We talk about having a personal relationship with Him, but few of us really have one. Discipleship doesn't just happen, nor can it be achieved by agreeing to the need for it. It can only take place by personal effort that is done on purpose. We need to take responsibility for our relationship with God.

My testimony is about the tremendous difference one individual can make in the life of another. God is personal, and we need to get involved, be willing to get our hands dirty, to heal the pain that is all around us.

I also speak on general spiritual topics according the need of the church/group that I am speaking to. I have spoken about hope, faith, relationships, dating, purity, evangelism, and other topics.
I also lead worship music. I play guitar, saxophone, and sing.

I have pastored youth, taught and counseled in Christian Education, lead worship teams, spoken at retreats, interim pastored, and guest pastored.

I am currently interning as a pastor in Children's and Young Adult ministries. I also work part-time at Big 5 Sporting Goods, where my fellow workers often come to me for counsel. They have traveled miles to hear me preach and have told me that I do not fit the stereo-typical pastor image (I am more approachable and open.) I think that I am truly respected by co-workers.
I Love Jesus!!!!!!!

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