“Time seems to fly, especially when you’re having fun” is the well worn, but true clique that fills my thoughts this morning as I prepare to start my 11^th year of ministry in Southaven.  Some of you have been on this journey with me from day one, while others have joined along the way.  For such a time as this, I am convinced that the Lord has brought us all together at 4680 Getwell Road to be a church truly committed to kingdom work, not just in word, but deed.  Together, through His grace, we CAN BE that church.  As I ponder a decade of ministry here, I am THANKFUL for the love and support I have been shown.  From my first encounter with the family that would become DeSoto Hills, I knew this was going to be a great ride. I am also CAREFUL to not take any of this for granted.  The Lord’s hand has been on us.  May it ever be so.  After so many years of ministry, I am still NEEDFUL.  Now, more than ever, I need insight and strength as your pastor to keep this growing church on the right path.  But most of all, I am still HOPEFUL. The best is yet to come.  He is just getting started.

Bro. James

P.S. Thanks so much for the anniversary gift.