• The band yesterday really brought me to a different place during worship. It was killer.
• This series @forefrontchurch has emotionally drained me (but in a good way).
• I have a love/hate relationship with decisions & people issues. I hate that hurtful things happen in people’s lives, but LOVE being a part of helping them towards Jesus.
• Is it just me… or are Mike Myers, Dane Cook, Wayne Gretzky the only good things to come from Canada?
• I enjoyed the Olympics (even if they were in Canada, ha).
• So Leno is really coming back to the 11:30 slot. Bummer. I’m for Team COCO.
• Started week two of my fitness training. Two words: Butt Kickin’
• My wife did an amazing job in week two of this series answering questions from the stage. She is such an incredible woman.
• Carrie’s car died today. Wouldn’t start. Not one bit. It’s a year old. Ugh.
• The volunteers at Forefront amaze me. You guys kill it every week. We still have a couple places we could use people (road signs and nursery. Interested?)
• Loved the video of Mike & Leslie Seaman. God is working in people’s lives.
• Have you seen this commercial from the Super Bowl? Man, I want to adopt that kid.
• Marriage Seminar, Element Class, and CCB Training Events happening in March. It’s going to be sah-weet.
• American Idol? So far, not so good. But LOST… awwww yeah! Love it.
• Excited to hear about the women’s retreat this weekend. Praying God moves in your lives ladies. He’s already got a plan for you. It’s going to be great.
• Speaking of trips, heading out to Las Vegas w/ a team for the Verve Launch. Cannot wait to see old friends and help them get moving.
• Starting a new series this Sunday called “Inked.” We’re filming at Fuzion Ink with Dave Lukeson on Tuesday. Love hanging with that guy.
• If you’re not already, follow the blog here, Forefront on Facebook, Forefront on Twitter, and if you’re feeling the need for laughter, take a daily dose of this guy’s blog. It’s the best.

Jason *over and out*

Chloe’s moving on to bigger and better things.
She has learned diapers are a bummer and the “potty” is where it’s at.
Going out to by the toilet adapters for her today.
Let’s get this “potty” started!
So proud of our little girl. What’s a proud moment for you as a parent?
Let’s talk it out.

Jason *over and out*

Before I preach, speak, meet with someone who needs help, as I’m thinking over a heavy situation before God, work through my own personal sin, etc. I listen to this playlist. It’s a new revised version, but most of my solid staples are there. If you’re looking for a good mix, pick up these tracks on iTunes, Amazon, or whatever music deal you use. I’ll be talking a little bit about why these tracks and why the specific order this week…

• “Far Away” by Lecrae
• “Out Of The Ground” by John Mark McMillan
• “These Hard Times” by Needtobreathe
• “We Will Worship You” by Carlos Whitaker
• “Glory Screams” by Revolution Worship
• “Break Me Down” by Tenth Avenue North
• “Change The World (Lost Ones)” by Anberlin
• “Alive” by P.O.D.
• “Control” by Mute Math
• “Secret Of The Easy Yoke” by Pedro The Lion
• “Hard to Be” by David Bazan
• “In Stitches” by David Bazan
• “Dare You To Move” by Switchfoot

What songs are driving you?
What songs make you jump up and get your lazy butt in gear?
Share ‘em people.

Jason *over and out*

Loved seeing this come together. A huge thank you to:
Real Life Christian Church
New Beginnings Christian Church
West Park Church of Christ
Calvary Assembly
Forefront Church
West Road Episcopal Church
New Life Baptist Church
Hampton Roads Jeep Club
Navy Federal Credit Union
Hampton Roads Uhaul
Coast Guard Base (Portsmouth, VA)
UPS Store (Lynnhaven Pwky & Princess Anne Rd)

Also, thank you to everyone who came out to pack things up before the drive to Soles4Souls distribution center in Alabama. Thank you to everyone who gave, sacrificed, and took the time to think of others before themselves. You embody what it means to live like Jesus.

We’re looking at a new project to jump on soon, but not just Forefront Church- we want this to be a collaborative effort with churches & organizations in Hampton Roads. Dropping more information on that soon.

Jason *over and out*

Q: Are we having church this Sunday?
A: Absolutely.

Q: We heard it might snow again. Are you scared?
A: Scared?!? Other than the dark, boogie man, snakes, roaches, Barney, and the Globetrotters… I’m not scared of anything.

Q: Is there a new series starting?
A: Yep. It’s on Relationships & Marriage. It’s going to be great. Check out the promo below.

Q: What about the Super Bowl thing? U Got Game? Is it still happening?
A: Do the Buffalo Bills choke every time they play? Aww Yeah! We’re having the party. U bet!

Q: What time does it start and what are the details?
A: 5pm til the game ends and New Orleans wins! We’ll have free food, the game on three projectors and multiple flat screens, raffle for an iPod Touch, and it’s all going down at our warehouse space: 2697 International Parkway, Suite 3-132, Va Beach, VA 23452

Q: We heard you are using this as a fundraiser. Can you tell us more?
A: Yeah, it’s for the Vietnam “Give Water, Give Life” project. We are raising money for the project and flights so we can make a huge impact on the community there. 600+ people will have clean drinking water FOREVER. We just need to raise the $10,000 to make it happen. Your $10 a person donation makes that happen. Check out the video below to catch on to the vision of why we are doing this.

Q: We see you’re growing your beard back. Did you lose a bet?
A: Are you kidding me?! This beard is amazing. Plus my daughter really likes the way it feels. It tickles her face and makes her laugh, so… yeah, it’s back for awhile.

Q: The service online was off the hook! We loved it! But, someone made the comment on Facebook that it didn’t make you look any better in HD. Do you have any thoughts on this?
A: First off, the stream was not in HD, but we’re glad you thought the quality was that good. As far as me no looking any better, I was able to cry myself to sleep for the past few nights. But this morning I got up, looked in the mirror and repeated to myself, “I’m great, I’m wonderful, Everybody likes me” numerous times… until my wife came in and laughed at me. Ugh. Now I’m going to spend my days inventing a camera that doesn’t add ten pounds, but actually makes you look thinner (because let’s face it, Uncle Al’s Hot Dogs are the best!). I’ll keep you updated on my progress…

Jason *over and out*

For many of the people I meet, much of their happiness and/or negativity is birthed from how they look at life. Fortunately, I’m a glass is half-full kind of guy and cannot believe life is as amazing as God has allowed it to be. In the past couple of weeks, I’ve been a part of some awesome things…

Chloe’s First Snow Day.
I was able to get out and play with my daughter Chloe in the snow for the first time. The joy she had was overwhelming. We built a snow fort and threw snow at each other. Total Kodak moments. I will cherish the time we had to spend together for years to come.

Hampton Roads Churches Respond To Haiti.
The earthquake and devastation will takes years to rebound from. As a church we not only decided to take action, but partnered with 7 other churches, the local Jeep Club, and military outlets to get this thing together. 4,500 pairs of shoes and tons of supplies later, we were overwhelmed. The shipping would have been in the thousands of dollars- so we rented a Uhaul and drove it to Soles4Souls headqurters in Alabama. 26 hours round trip. Amazing to watch the love people have for others through Forefront and local churches. Just awesome.

Snowed In Sunday.
At first, I almost took a turn for the negative, but our leaders came together and made a pretty solid decision and it went well. With the most snow the 757 has seen in almost 20 years, we opted to keep people home safe and attend service online. While we believe that a constant diet of online church is not healthy and online is no substitute for the church family to gather together on Sundays- it went extremely well thanks to our great team of volunteers who made it happen (in my living room of all places).

All in all, God has allowed me to be a part of an amazing family, a wonderful church, and a community of people who I want to share life with. How about you…

“How is God moving in ways that you are extremely thankful for?”

Jason *over and out*