by Sam Rainer | Aug 30, 2015 | Uncategorized
If you’re like me, you want your voice heard, even at the top levels of leadership. I may not be able to have lunch with the President of the United States, but I do want to feel like he’s listening to me. I don’t believe it’s an unreasonable expectation of... 
by Sam Rainer | Aug 23, 2015 | Uncategorized
Perhaps you’ve noticed, but a few people are beginning to campaign for the presidential election in 2016. Ultimately, the field will narrow to two (maybe three). I’m not a political junkie, but I try to pay attention to someone who might end up leading my... 
by Sam Rainer | Aug 16, 2015 | Uncategorized
Church, this weekend was amazing. I’m honored to serve as your pastor. You are a multi-generational body unified for the simple purpose of sharing the gospel and making disciples. I can’t wait to start ministering in Bradenton in a few weeks. Thank you for the... 
by Sam Rainer | Aug 9, 2015 | Uncategorized
Most people don’t like change. Most leaders want to challenge the status quo. Leadership is, in part, the process of helping people see the need for change, embrace the vision for change, and then implement the change. Getting mad at people who question change... 
by Sam Rainer | Aug 6, 2015 | Uncategorized
Today at 11:47am my son Joel entered the world. He’s 9 lbs 0 ounces and 21 ½ inches. Welcome to the world, Joel. Your Mom and Dad love you. Your sisters love you too, even though they’ve already sneezed violently on you and somehow managed to get lipstick on...
