Lasting Impressions, my second book, releases officially today. The truth about the two books I've written applies to any teaching, coaching, or future writing I'll do. My ideas and thoughts have been influenced, even created in some cases, by others. I've been influenced for good or bad by many people and sources. But the influence I've intentionally leaned into in my life has been the influence of people I respect, people I want to emulate, people who have marked me for the better.
It's the precise reason I dedicated this new book to my friend and senior pastor, Mark Beeson. Here's the dedication from the book:
To Mark Beeson, founding and senior pastor of Granger Community Church. This book is the result of your vision to reach people with the good news that they matter to God. For over twenty years you have been about helping people take their next step toward Christ… together. That’s been your mission at Granger since 1986 when you and your family moved to Northern Indiana to pioneer a new approach of ministry in the local church. You’re always asking, “What’s your next step?”
And everybody has one. Everyone has a next step. And you’ve led the way by leaning into your own next step. Thank you for modeling this norm. And for allowing me to do life with you, for allowing me to hear the tension you feel, to see the challenges you face and to experience the courage you find to take your next step. Your modeling reminds me that the title “pastor” behind my name doesn’t eliminate my need to grow, to take my next step. There is always a next one.
Thank you for taking such a genuine interest in my personal journey and my family. Your cheerleading has encouraged me to be faithful with my steps. You are my good friend, even as I respect you as my boss. Thank you for trusting me to lead beside you. Your vision is my vision now. And we share it with thousands whose lives are being transformed by the grace and power of Jesus Christ.
With tremendous gratitude I dedicate this work to you.
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