As I was driving back up to Newark today from Virginia I listened to this great sermon from the Gospel Coalition by DA Carson.  It is long, academic/professor sounding, a few humorous moments, but most importantly rich with great support, encouragement and admonishment for Christians to really be to this world as the God of […]

Form my heart oh Triune God according to your Word Form it for your purpose, form it for my good Form it in your image, may every heart beat be A pulse of heavenly glory, on display in me Form my Heart oh Father, to listen and obey To always seek your loving face, and […]

Tara Thompson is a student very committed to coming to Newark and serving the kids of the community this summer. Here’s a blurb from her support letter. “The first time I stepped into the Housing Projects of Newark, New Jersey I knew I had been completely mistaken in what I had expected. Some of my […]

Yes, it is true. Kimberly is pregnant again with number four.  And we just found out it is a boy.  Benjamin Zion Iverson is the name. I guess I can do something right…  We are due September 18th (our 6th year anniversary)  God is so faithful and I am amazed at the beauty of new life. […]

What a glorious day this was.  Anthony Metrocavage, one of our youth just made a music video of the service.  Next to my wedding, I would say this was one of the most spirit filled worship services I’ve ever been a part of. I really sensed the power of God as I baptized these kids. […]

We have many amazing and interesting things happening in the ministry here in Newark, and some big changes that I will be sharing next week in another update. In the meantime, here are a few needs we are praying God will help meet this week so we can continue to move forward and grow. Lake […]

I am amazed at the everyday “Kingdom Preparation” that happens in our lives as we live and interact in this world. The Gospel is actualized in us through the mundane things of life, the everyday parables that only those with “eyes to see” can decode and learn from. I think my eyes are starting to open… I pray they continue to.