We were made to belong. We were made for relationships. The focus of this is in the body of Christ, and visibly the local church. I’m a big fan of the local church, it’s the bride of Christ, He gave His life for it. I love what Bill Hybels has said, “the local church is the hope of the world”.

Specifically, I’m thankful for my local body, Palm Valley Church. I’m thankful I belong! I’m thankful for what this body has meant to my life…

• My four children are growing up at PVC.
• 3 of my kids have accepted Christ as their Savior at PVC.
• I have a ton of deep relationships I’ve formed at PVC, the best friendships I’ve ever experienced.
• I love that I can be myself at PVC, no need to try to impress anybody.
• I love that my wife loves our church (that’s huge for pastors).
• I love that my kids look forward to the weekend at PVC.
• I love that my kids love Breakout, our growth program for kids.
• I love that the nursery workers know my baby girl’s name.
• We’re reaching a ton of people for Christ.
• Lives are being changed.
• Addicts are being freed.
• Marriages are being restored.
• Young people are becoming passionate about their faith.
• We have an incredible staff team.
• I work with friends.
• People at PVC have incredible hearts for the Lord. They want to grow.
• PVC has provided me the opportunity to help other pastors.

That’s a few reasons why I’m thankful I belong in the body of Christ, and to the local church of Palm Valley. How about you?

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