My heart breaks for married couples who decide to give up! “Marriages that work take work. The grass isn’t greener on the other side of the fence. It’s greener wherever you water it!” – Rick Warren
I can’t stand it when I see children and students talk smack toward their parents! Kids & Students…honor and respect your parents, grandparents and elders! This backs that up!
It’s NOT OK to show up to church late! You wouldn’t dare show up to work late, or show up to a wedding late, or show up to …

Learning IS FREE! I love to learn new things and I’m blessed to have access to so many great leaders to learn from. One of the ways I learn is by reading blogs. Here are some great blog posts that I just wanted to share with you today. Remember, Learning IS FREE! Be a life learner and grow.

The Church Is Not A Gig – by Michael Lukaszewski
Your Days Are Numbered – by Pete Wilson
Shocked By What I Don’t Know – by Craig Groeschel
5 Ways To Lead Creative People Without Stifling Them …

I have done a TON of weddings lately for people at RiverPoint! In light of all the weddings and pre-marital counseling seasons I’ve done, I want to share with all the married couples out there a great post by my wife. She is SO SMART and I love her SO MUCH! If you’re married, I hope you will read this and let it speak to you.
Please don’t wait until it’s too late to get marital counseling! Most couples, especially men, think that counseling is only for those contemplating divorce. It’s not, …

This is too CUTE!

This past week I attended the Desiring God Conference for Pastors in Minn. I was blown away by everything I experienced. I’d like to share with you some selected quotes by Jonathan Edwards that have stirred my soul and recap this week.

Grace is but glory begun, and glory is but grace perfected.
I assert that nothing ever comes to pass without a cause.
Prayer is as natural an expression of faith as breathing is of life.
Resolution One: I will live for God. Resolution Two: If no one else does, I …

Currently I’m involved in this great Pastor/Leaders Coaching Network. I’m surrounded by some of the smartest Pastor/Leaders in the country. Why I’m with them, God only knows, but I am humbled and honored to be a part of this team. Last month a bunch of us got together and began discussing what we use to help us stay on top of all that we do. So, here’s my list of a few things that I always keep with me in my bag. I’m a scatter-brain, and I need all the …

Hey Gang,
Thanks for faithfully reading my blog. I’ve decided to take a short break from blogging during the Holidays. I pray you have a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. I’ll be back in 2010!
Merry Christmas,
Brad Martin

On this Saturday I am praising God for…

My wife who still loves me after 13 years. She is also the smartest person I know.
My three kids. Luke the Warrior, Grace the Protector and Moriah the Gentle!
Yes, I sound like a knight from the days of old, but it’s early so cut me some slack!
My church that is filled with some of the most generous people I know.
My Godly friends that challenge me, hold me accountable and love me.
My warm house that is always loud and messy. But it’s …

This is part 3 and the final post in my series of “Why I Tithe”. In case you missed Part 1 or Part 2, you might want to check them out first!
Just to be clear, I know some people get their panties all bunched up when a pastor talks, preaches, writes or even prays about tithing. Look, tithing is an act of worship that has been around for about 4000 years that traces all the way back to Abraham. I believe if you’re NOT bringing the tithe, you’re NOT trusting God …