Video from My "Last Service"

Tuesday August 11, 2009 ~ 10 Comments

Ed Stetzer Last Service Video from Ed Stetzer on Vimeo.

Here is a video that my church showed last Sunday to look back over the last two years. My kids loved it. And, to be honest, it got to me as well. Thanks, Chad Conger, for the hours it took to put it together.

Some of the references include "inside jokes," like the "Cheese It" reference in my Financial Freedom series.

The "Cheese It" illustration was based on the idea that my daughter, Jaclyn, was convinced that there was a limited amount of Cheese Its, but as her father, I owned the Cheese Its on a thousand hills. We often think that God can't meet our needs, so we fear and hoard. When you think about your "stuff" all day, it takes over (watch for the big box) and is eventually a prison (watch for the Cheese It prison).

By the way, you can get that Financial Freedom series for free. Click here for more information.

The "weight loss" vignette was pretty neat to watch and inspired me to take the next step and run a half marathon. More information about my weight loss journey is here.

I am thinking about writing an article about "Things I Learned While Preaching at a Traditional Megachurch." I learned much. And, I will miss being there. As a contemporary church planter and pastor, I was a little anxious at the beginning, but they welcomed me and l think we learned a lot together.

I don't own a suit anymore. It is way too big. So, I only have a blazer and an untucked shirt left. But, that's seemed to be OK as long as we studied the Word and focused on the Lord!

Posted on August 11, 2009 at 8:56 AM ~ 10 Comments

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By Terry Hulan on August 11, 2009 10:49 AM

Dear Brother Ed

I shared with you this past Sunday how very much I've learned over the last two years and I just want to say , You will be missed by not just myself but many at FBCH.You and your family will continue to be in my daily prayers , Thank you for all the hours of preperation you must have endured to teach us God's word.And by the way , my wife is so proud of you for sticking to your diet and says you look great, I agree.

Sincerly Terry @ Gwen Hulan

By Brent Hobbs on August 11, 2009 12:05 PM

Great video! I really enjoyed watching it even though I'm not affiliated with the church.

By Weldon on August 11, 2009 1:55 PM

Ed,

Terry and I want to thank you for teaching us God's Word faithfully. It's been a joy week after week to be under your teaching and know that we were going to hear a word from the Lord. Thank you for the humor (which is just your great style coming out whenever you preach)!

You will be missed...you have set a great foundation for our new Pastor to come in and hit the ground running.

Blessings,
Weldon and Terry

By Ron Harvey on August 11, 2009 3:54 PM

This was a work of love and so are you Ed . . .

By Stephen Bateman on August 11, 2009 5:00 PM

Nice. All pastors everywhere should take your example, and use trippy techno/electric music while they teach. No I'm kidding. :P

You must've said "interim" 30 times in that 4 minutes! heh.

By Bruce Chesser on August 11, 2009 8:17 PM

Ed:

As the poor, unfortunate guy who must follow you....I want to tell you that I appreciate the great job you have done at First, Henderson for the past two years. The people love you. They speak so highly of you. I appreciate all you have done to make my arrival eaiser.

You are loved and appreciated.

By Ed Stetzer

on August 12, 2009 9:03 AM

Thanks, Bruce, I think that new guy is going to do just great!

They are excited about you coming and I will see you Sunday night!

By Luke Britt on August 12, 2009 7:40 PM

You're just trying to make me look bad. I'm so fat...

By Mark Custalow on August 14, 2009 3:18 PM

Great video tribute! You care about people, and that makes you a great communicator. Well done.

By Steve Wheeler on August 16, 2009 2:27 PM

When Bro. Glenn passed away, you could feel the discouragement and anxiety among the members. My wife and I struggled to get up and attend the services. Then God sent you to us. What a blessing you've been. Your direct approach to teaching God's Word and your genuine love for people has filled a place in our hearts and encouraged us immensly. Thank you for all you've done. May God continue to bless you as you have us.

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