My Read On Life

A past mentor of mine, who has helped over 2000 people come to know The Lord over the past 30 years said to me, "Your life direction will will lean towards the 5 people you spend the most time with and the books you read."

Think about it... who do you hang with and look up to and what books are you reading.

My current read is "Creating Community" by Andy Stanley and Bill Willits. It's about Creating a small group culture with in a church.

Here is my favorite quote so far...In John 17:20-21 Jesus says

"My prayer is not for them alone. I pray also for those who will believe in me through their message, that all of them may be one, Father just as you are in me and I am in you. May they also be in us so that the world may believe that you have sent me."

Andy says, that it's as if Jesus is saying that unbelievers are just waiting to believe, but the question is, Will they see us relating in this magnetic, irresistible way?

This is what the community of small groups create. Are you hanging with one?

Blessings, Jay

Thank/LESS

Imagine (if you can...) being able to live UNafraid... Wow.... the possibilities, the options.

What would you do if you weren't afraid? How different would you live your life?

The Apostle Paul teaches in 2Timothy 1:7 that "For God did not give us a spirit of fear, but a spirit of power, of love and a sound mind."













SO... what does that mean for us? Southbrook's own own Lysa TerKeurst, of Proverbs 31 Ministries spoke to us this weekend. It was awesome and power/FULL.

My favorite quote was, "God is sovereign, even when His answers are NO." That blew- me- away!

Thank you Lysa!! For increasing our lives thru God's power and love.

Upcomming Home Groups Project

Hello Home Group Leaders!

Happy Thanksgiving to all your families and extended families. I hope your dinner table is “Thank/FULL” of good food and love.

We are driving up to Richmond, VA Thursday, to be with family. Before we leave, we have prepared a turkey for the homeless men in the Charlotte area. We are so “Thank/FULL” that God has given us the ability to help others in need.

As Pastor Rob mentioned in this past weekend’s “Thank/FULL” service, by the time the Thanksgiving dinner is over and done, and we have given “Thanks” for all God has given us, the table is taken down… the Christmas lights and decorations go up. Hopefully, our spirits go up as well in the excitement of the Christmas season.

Sadly, not everyone’s spirits go up. For some, it’s a time of frustration, bitterness, and loneliness.

As Southbrook’s new Director of Home Groups, I am very pleased to announce that this Christmas season, Southbrook Church has partnered with Angel Tree, and Prison Fellowship. Since 1982, Angel Tree along with Prison Fellowship, have partnered with churches and volunteers around the country to minister to the children of prisoners and their families. Celebrating 25 years of building confidence, healing wounds, and changing lives through the love of Christ.

This is a great opportunity for ALL home groups to continue the “Thank/FULL” giving in our communities. It will also be a great opportunity for the many Southbrook members who are not yet in a home group to become involved in helping less fortunate families this Christmas, and see how home groups should be and could be a part of their Christian life too, “Living Life Together.”

We have all the material and information needed to make this Angle Tree program a success. All we need from you is 1 hour of your time to learn about this wonderful program and touch lives. Your Southbrook Pastors are excited and committed to the success of this program.

Our plan is to have each home group sponsor a family, find out their needs, gather the gifts, take them to the families before Christmas and most importantly, share the greatest gift of all, “The Gospel of Jesus Christ.”

I want to get together with ALL of you, either as a group of leaders or individually so we can get this rockin’. Yes I know we’re all very busy with the Christmas season rapidly approaching, PLEASE think about the children and parents during a season of frustration, bitterness, and loneliness, and their need for Jesus in their lives.

In His “Thank/FULL” love and service;

Jay

Thank/FULL Quotes

Wow!! What an amazing service this weekend at Southbrook!

I can't wait to hear how many bags of food we collected and sent off to feed the hungry and hurting in the Charlotte area.














Here are a few quotes from Rob this weekend.

*** Hebrew's... "With out faith it's impossible to please God."

*** "Many see their need to pray...but don't see the need for praise."

*** "God's power is not released until you step out in faith."

A Few Of My Favorite Things

Imagine with me; Cool clear night, the fire is crackling out on the back deck in the fire pit, each chair has a blanket, you’ve invited some friends over for hot chocolate and conversation. Everyone’s cheerful, mingling, and laughing.

Are ya getting the picture, can ya smell the fire, hear the chatter?

Fall is an awesome time of year for gathering and sharing. Doing community. Talking about our lives being lifted by Jesus.

Usually, I like to start the group conversation with an “Ice Breaker.” And one of my favorite ice breakers is simply “What are a few of your favorite things?” It’s a great subject because there is no wrong answer, so everyone’s comfortable.

Here are a few of my Fave’s ;

-Any kind of coffee ice cream

-Helping others

-The God Father movies (protecting the family)

-Cooking (mostly I like the prep work)

-Star Wars movies (evil only wins if you let it)

-Reading Rob’s blog (no kidding)

Why would I mention Rob’s blog? Because God’s kingdom is important to me, and just like sitting around the fire and learning about others and growing in Christ together is important to us, so is getting the word out about Rob’s blog so others can hear about God’s kingdom and how important it is to Rob. He has about 1000 readers a day and that’s WAY TOO FEW.

So, what can you do? Glad you asked! Make Rob’s blog one of your favorites with Technorati by following these few steps;

1. Log on to Technorati here

2. If you don’t have an account create one (It’s free and no spam)

3. Click on the Favorites tab at the top of the page

4. Add a Favorite URL www.robsingleton.net

5. Click Add.

Or....Just click on the "Add this blog to my Technorati Favorites" button just below the Singleton family picture.

That’s it…..simple. It’s not for Rob…. It’s for God’s kingdom.

Blessings

Hair ???

Have you been following Rob’s message on hair? Read it here…

WAZAP???

How is it that we have ended up in hair blog world?

My cat leaves hair balls here and there, mostly over there… and over there.

I leave hair blobs all over the bathroom. (The top of my head is proof)

Check these pix out of me……

1954 NO hair.

1957 Still no hair…

1972 Long hair, chops,

flat stomach, wide belt.

1984 Duck hair.

2007 Aged hair & ButtPaste

Congratulations Kati and Sara Scott !

WOW !!!

Pastor Rob announced this yesterday!!!. Read about it here.

Youth Commission International had it’s annual Battle of the Bands this past Saturday right here in Charlotte. Southbrook Church members Sara and Kati Scott took the all coveted

*** 1st place ! ***

They were backed up by part of Return Worship’s musicians Andy Cherry, Ryan York, Trenton Starnes and Joey Signa. Thanks guys for “Getting behind them!” Awesome job gang for doing what Southbrook does best… work together, help each other, For His glory.

Read here, more about Sara and Kati, and what this means for them.

MOST IMPORTANTLY

Sara's interview and song will be played next Tuesday at 7:15am. 91.9FM (Charlotte area) or on the internet here. if you are not in the Charlotte area.

Tuesday 7:15am (give or take 3 minutes)

Right AFTER the interview…… Hammer info@newlife919.com with emails and phone calls 704-841-4646 or 704-821-9293 REQUESTING

“Your Love does no Wrong”

by Sara & Kati Scott.

Get the word out!

Try to tune in from 7-7:30am

1 Vision 1 Church 1 Team

I love this church !

Thoughts on a fall Friday…

It’s been a great week. God is really testing my will, my desires, and my humbleness.

We have a lot to be Thank Full for.

Mostly I’m Thank Full that Pastor Rob has been able to put several of Southbrook’s Urban Legends to rest.

There is much excitement underway at Southbrook to spend time on. Remember, IF you are able to get 6 hours a night sleeping, 8 hours at work, another hour getting there and back, 2 hours eating your 3 meals, then you only have 420 minutes left in a day to spend with family and God. WHY would you want to waste it on Urban Legends? Wouldn’t you rather take the time and thank God for ALL that you are Thank Full for?

I bet it would take more than 420 minutes if you really thanked Him for everything He has done for you.

Here it is TGIF …. Yippie!

Here is a fun way to relax and take a 6 minute break. Click here…

C ya.

Do miracles still occur today?

Read this and decide for yourself

Don't read on until you finish reading the link above.

Mark 10:27 says “Jesus looked at them and said, "With man this is impossible, but not with God; all things are possible with God."

Kelly Spinney… YOU ARE AWESOME!

Jen Murray…. You are a great example of a “Home group” leader, and a great friend to all who know you.

Pastor Appreciation Weekend

This is so awesome. Clayton King is going to be teaching here this weekend at Southbrook about Pastor Appreciation.

This is gonna be cool… not only do we get to hear from Clayton… but we will receive a better understanding of HOW MUCH our pastors here at Southbrook REALLY DO for us and God’s kingdom.

Here are a few photos of our some of our great pastors here at Southbrook.

This last photo was taken at “Unleash 07”. Pastor Perry Noble had us all lay hands on our Lead Pastor and pray for them.

Weren’t there??? Go ahead… no one’s looking… put your hands on the screen and lay hands on Pastor Rob and pray for him.

Confessions of a “PWB” Part 2

This confessing stuff is fun. Kind of like taking my weekly bath whether I like it or not, it’s good for me and every one around me. Let's hear an "Amen" to that one.

Now, fast forward to 1971, my senior year and I’m back in San Francisco and back in public school. (yea… no more oh -6-15 marching!) Senior English and I just want this over with. Can it get any worse? We have to read ANY book we CHOOSE, then do a 2 page review for a final grade, twooooo pages? You’re killing me! worth 50% of our year…ouch. Now let me see… what book did I choose? “The Fountainhead?”, “Of Mice and Men”, “Beowulf?” nope… Get this… “Lord of the Flies.” No way you idiot, Jay you’re a glutton for punishment.” Folks, watch this, watch this…. The MOVIE was now out in theatres. (proof that God loves me!) Did I read the book? Yea, right, I already told you I’m slow, NOT stupid. Now I’m pointed in the right direction, "full speed ahead." Yep! You figured it out, I managed an A on my paper. Confetti falling from the ceiling, balloons releasing from big overhead arches, the band playing “Glory, Glory Hallelujah” I am teachable!

Aren’t you??? I’m sure you are. On the Podcast you listened to last night (you did CHOOSE to listen didn’t you?) Pastor Rob talked about Our Purpose here at Southbrook …read it here… the 5 G’s , Glorify, Give, Go, Grow, Gather.

Grow is what this is all about. “If you not growing, you’re dying.” This is where YOU get to CHOOSE. And trust me, NOT CHOOSING is choosing… to die. So, belly up to the spiritual buffet, and eat all you can, save room for desert.

Clayton King wrote to us here that we must be careful about what we eat. You do not want to become the “Feed me Fat Man”, but it is your responsibility to CHOOSE to “eat” God’s Word on your own. “mangiare.”

Confession #2;

I absolutely love my wife Dar more that anyone else on the planet…period. She is amazing. She makes me tingle. She makes me laugh. She makes me understand God’s grace. She was the single most (non-pushy) influence in helping me CHOOSE Jesus. (more proof that God loves me!)

By the way… My good friend Mark C. ( I’ll leave it at C because it’s easier to spell) has this to say about “Spiritual food.” Fantastica Marco!