Last year during Vision Sunday we presented the budget for the 2017-18 fiscal year. It was an important budget in the history of our church. Not because it increased the overall budget by 21% compared to the prior year’s budget, but because it was designed to move us forward. Within that budget we were able to add much needed staff to carry us into this season of momentum Continue reading “Bobservation – Looking Back and Looking Ahead” »
For many people Fall means back-to-school, cooler weather, football, and knowing the holidays are just around the corner. This year, I’m particularly pumped for the return of Fall because my wife and I are leading another 9-week session of FPU (Financial Peace University) starting on Thursday, September 13, 2018. I know I can get a bit passionate about FPU, not just because this program actually works or because it changes lives (it changed mine!) but because there is a huge problem with how people are handling their money. Check out these alarming stats on debt from Dave Ramsey’s blog: Continue reading “Bobservation – Gearing Up for Fall” »
Each quarter, Pastor Britt sends a quarterly budget update email to share all of the amazing things that God is doing in and through our church. In case you missed it, here’s the update from July 3, 2018.
Each time I sit down to write a quarterly budget update, I always begin by thanking God for the faithful people who make daily sacrifices so that Sunridge can be a church that is truly helping people find and follow Jesus. So, before I begin to tell you just a few of the ways your financial partnership is making a difference, can I just simply say a very heartfelt “thank you” for the tangible way you’ve joined us in sharing and living out the gospel here in the Temecula Valley? Thank you!
Now, here are just a few ways God has been showing up for Sunridge recently: Continue reading “Bobservation: Third Quarter Update” »
In 2004, my family went on an epic summer vacation that has become a tradition that now happens every other year. It all started with a tent trailer pulled by our old Jeep trekking along the beautiful California coastline, camping along the way until we 
reach Crescent City. We have since ditched the tent trailer for the comfort of cabins, but the trip is basically the same. We place a high value on this bi-annual trip because it provides quality family time, opportunities to be outdoors, extended periods without electronic devices, the unmatched aroma of giant coastal redwoods mixed with salt air, a lot of laughter, a way to disconnect from the normal routine of life, a reason to see the most amazing coastline on the planet, and one more thing – Continue reading “Bobservation: Tips for Debt-Free Summer Vacation” »
I remember it well; it was the type of Sunday we have come to expect at Sunridge. The service started with the worship team leading our church into a place of meaningful worship through music and songs. Pastor Britt presented a message that was practical, applicational, and allowed us to worship God through the truth of the Bible. Then it was time to worship with our tithes and offerings. As the ushers passed the baskets across each row, I sat in my seat ready to pass it to the person on my right when I noticed it was empty. Two emotions flowed through me; first there was panic because the basket was empty and our church is on a tight budget, but even more than that, I felt the awkwardness of passing an empty basket from person to person. I even noticed many were putting their bulletin in the basket just to avoid the discomfort of passing an empty basket. Obviously, creating an uncomfortable moment is not how we want to end our services. Our desire for this time was to allow people to joyfully worship God through their tithes and offerings. “Each of you should give what you have decided in your heart to give, not reluctantly or under compulsion, for God loves a cheerful giver” (2 Corinthians 9:7). Continue reading “Bobservation: Passing the Plate” »