Human

I was born in Campbellsville, Kentucky to Loyde & Deloris Hicks. They raised me as their oldest son. I was one of 6 children (the first was still born). I learned how to get along with other humans in the context of family first. I went to school at a small elementary school and a…

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Reverent Fear

I am not a fan of fear. I don’t like being afraid or fearful. I like feeling confident and bold. I like the feeling of control and the calm that can come with control. I have learned (over and over) that control is often a mirage or misconception. I actually have very little control over…

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Pastor & Staff Appreciation

I was a student pastor for just over 20 years and I know what it means to serve the Lord in a full-time occupation. My spiritual journey didn’t radically change when I officially left any type of salary in church. Since leaving the full-time ministry, I have become an advocate for taking care of church…

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Live It Out

I remember being told by my Mom when I was a youngster that someone is always watching what I do. As I’ve become a parent, over 30 years ago, I realize that is an “understatement”. I realize that my kids have been and still are watching what I do and how I live. They know…

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Don’t Be Selfish

I hate to admit but I’m a bit selfish. I like the best piece of cake or the best seat. I like it when things go my way. I’m learning to become a giver. I am learning that it is really fun to give. Dave Ramsey says, giving changes me; giving transforms me. I agree…

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Honorable

I really like this word. It is a word that has become a mantra that I want to live by. The word honor brings with it high respect, distinguished, distinction & consistent. To be honorable is to cultivate a lifestyle with these characteristics. My heart was moved when Paul tells the church at Corinth about…

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