November 17, 2007
It appears that the UCWorship blog is officially out of commission. If you want to follow what’s happening with me and Chel, see http://forthejourney.wordpress.com, if you’re looking for more information about the worship ministry at UC, take a look at http://daveasims.wordpress.com.
Thanks!
mjd
November 15, 2007
BAAAAAAA!!! Da da daaa, da da dum, didda dum dum dum da dum dum da dum dum da dum dum da dum dum da dum dada dum ba ba ba BAAAA!!!
Whew…sorry about that…I just had to get that out of my system.
It’s good to be here! I’m excited about what God is doing at UpRising Church. Periods of transition like this can be difficult, but I believe that God has big things in store. I was talking with Pastor Joe the other day, and we both agreed that the last couple of weeks have indicated that very thing. We’ve had more than our share of techincal difficulties (at key times in the services) and people leaving the church. The point is that if this church wasn’t destined for great things, the Enemy wouldn’t bother with us. He wouldn’t waste his time on a group of people who weren’t dedicated to the Kingdom of God, and that is an encouraging thought. Thanks be to God, who gives us the victory through Jesus Christ our Lord!
I am so thankful for the people who are parting ways with the UC. There’s nothing but love and admiration for Matthew and Chelsea Daniel and Ray and Patti LeGrand. I have learned so much from these people, and I am eternally grateful for their Christ-centered heart and Godly leadership.
This Sunday, Jarrod Morris from Crosspoint Church will be leading worship. He’s graciously volunteered to help us (and me) through this transition time. After that, though, we’ll be kicking things back into full gear!
Pacem,
~Dave
P.S. – Just in case you missed it, that was supposed to be the theme from “Star Wars”.
November 13, 2007
So with all of this other change, I also need to let you know that I’m turning this blog over to Dave this week. You’ll probably see a couple of more postings from me this week, but he’ll start posting here tomorrow and probably start some new interior decorating on the site as well.
When I started with UC, I gave up my blog from before. I’m going to start over at http://forthejourney.wordpress.com. I’ll buy a domain sometime soon so I can get out of the limits of using word press online, but until then, you can find me at the site above. I’m working on importing this wordpress blog over there. We’ll see how that all works…any suggestions?
All of that said, you can start checking me out any time over there and I’ll start posting there tomorrow.
mjd
November 13, 2007
I’ve written about Dave Sims quite a few times over the past 9 months. Dave came to Nashville from Michigan, by way of Florida. Like most, he moved here for the music. This guy knows music. I think he’s got a degree in music performance and another one in audio engineering or recording or something like that. He’s an amazingly talented musician.
Any given weekend you may see him in a few different roles at UC: filling in for Zach on the sound board, setting up, tearing down, singing BGV, playing bass, or playing keys. I’m all about seeing people promoted into leadership roles because of their heart and leadership abilities, not because of politics – this guy is a premium example.
This guy will outserve you in a heartbeat, and he’s okay with not getting any glory for the sacrifice – which is why I’m so excited to introduce you all to him one more time as the new worship pastor for UpRising Church. He and Bekah are good folks who love the Lord, and want others to come into a relationship with him. We’re also honored to call these two some of our closest friends in Nashville. Dave didn’t walk in the door of UC with intentions of doing anything but serving – and he’s done that.
Over the next few months, Dave will be taking worship at UC to the next level. He’ll screw up – just like we all do on a regular basis. He’ll make mistakes – like we all do…and this guy will fall forward. He doesn’t just want to be a lead singer, he wants to bring people into relationship with Christ, and pastor them once they’re in the door. I believe you’re going to see this guy bring a new dynamic of Spirit-led creativity to the platform at UC each weekend with new arrangements, new songs, and a new heart.
In this day and age of web 2.0, I want to extend what I did to him on Sunday night and lay my hands on this guy to bless him – Moses did it for Joshua, and Paul for Timothy. This guy will be blessed by the people of UC as they follow his leadership into the throne room of the King each weekend.
Thanks, Dave for serving with me over the past 9 months…I can’t wait to see where God takes you in this ministry at UC…
mjd
November 13, 2007
Write good stuff daily (okay, maybe it’s not always that great) and see how many people show up to your blog, then give ‘em a good juicy bit of gossip and your stats will triple. Hmph!
mjd
November 10, 2007
It’s the big day. We’re heading up to Knoxville in a few minutes for the Arkansas vs Tennessee game. GO HOGS! This will actually be my first college sports event. I’m pretty pumped. We’ve got the Hog nose out, the car flags (thanks Big Daddy) and we’re getting our shirts and hats together. We borrowed a camera, so I should get some pictures up later.
It’s been a season of upsets in the SEC, and we hope to really upset our 3-12 record in past matches with Tennessee.
Come on, Hogs! You’ve been hot and cold all season, this is the night to pull it out…for us, the fans, who don’t want to be subjected to pure humiliation tomorrow morning at church in Tennessee.
November 9, 2007
I learn new things every time I make a trip up North. I’ve been trying to find a Mexican restaurant somewhere around the hotel and I haven’t been able to find anything. I started asking around, and everyone I’ve met and asked has NEVER had Mexican food. Are you kidding? What’s the world without guacamole, salsa, and cheese dip? How do you live without fajitas? These people don’t like spicy food. I just don’t understand…
mjd
November 8, 2007
It appears that the UCWorship blog is officially out of commission. If you want to follow what’s happening with me and Chel, see http://forthejourney.wordpress.com, if you’re looking for more information about the worship ministry at UC, take a look at http://daveasims.wordpress.com.
Thanks!
mjd
