Category Archives: Another Man

The Heart of a Shepherd

Posted on April 11, 2026 by Jason

I’ve been involved in full-time congregational ministry for nearly 27 years. Over that period of time, I’ve served under the leadership of some incredible shepherds. Sometimes we call them “elders” or “overseers.” But at the core, they are shepherds. They … Continue reading →

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My Preaching Partner

Posted on June 23, 2025 by Jason

Had the opportunity to share the stage recently with Joshua, who is interning with us this summer. It’s been such a joy to watch him grow in his ability and to see him sharing his heart so effectively with our … Continue reading →

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College Pitcher

Posted on February 5, 2025 by Jason

Last night was a big night for this young man. Joshua has dreamed of playing college baseball for a long, long time. And last night, this dream became a reality. From the very beginning, Joshua was obsessed with baseball. I’m … Continue reading →

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Paul in Acts: Barnabas

Posted on January 29, 2025 by Jason

And when he had come to Jerusalem, he attempted to join the disciples. And they were all afraid of him, for they did not believe that he was a disciple. But Barnabas took him and brought him to the apostles … Continue reading →

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Jackson and Pat: Timothy and Paul

Posted on April 19, 2023 by Jason

Tonight was such a special night for me at church. I had the chance to sit back and watch as my son shared the teaching time with his good friend and mentor, Pat McRight. Pat has been a part of … Continue reading →

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Mentoring

Posted on July 4, 2022 by Jason

My boys don’t have grandfathers. As most of you know, my father passed away when I was just a kid. We lost Sunny’s dad nearly ten years ago. As a result, I’m always on the lookout for godly male influences … Continue reading →

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Finish Strong

Posted on July 17, 2013 by Jason

A few years ago, I wrote about my respect and appreciation for my father-in-law, Alan Shates. In that blog post, I recounted the story of our twins who spent time in the neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) after being born … Continue reading →

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1 Timothy 6

Posted on August 28, 2012 by Jason

Reading for Friday, Aug 24: 1 Timothy 6 Paul’s mentorship of the young Timothy is an instructive model for our day. Paul just pours himself into Timothy, instructing him and guiding him away from controversy and deeper into a ministry … Continue reading →

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Another Man: My Dad

Posted on June 21, 2009 by Jason

It’s fitting for me to remember my own father on this Father’s Day. Many of you have heard me share my story, but all I can say is that there is something very therapeutic about remembering. I miss my Dad … Continue reading →

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Another Man: Johnny Markham

Posted on June 20, 2009 by Jason

When I originally wrote this post, I was serving as a youth minister at Mayfair. Even though my ministry role has changed over the past couple of years, I still look to Johnny as one of my “mental models” of … Continue reading →

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