After serving 4 years overseas with the military, I was looking for a church to call my own. Having learned my lesson from previous church experiences, I wanted to find a church that was committed to teaching the bible and had a congregation that was composed of believers. I found LBC’s website while searching for churches in San Diego. Listening to Pastor John’s and Patrick’s sermons online motivated me to meet the church in person. When I first visited LBC I didn’t feel welcome. It wasn’t because people didn’t welcome me. Rather it was because I wasn’t comfortable with talking about my relationship with Christ. LBC was set apart from previous churches because the members weren’t really interested in my accomplishments in the world; they were more interested in asking me about my walk with Christ. After a period of evaluation I decided to stay because the church taught God’s word and their members lived out the word by keeping each other accountable.

I enjoyed the mid week teaching and the fellowship of Singles ministry. It was good to be taught from the bible two times a week and be able to break bread with church members. I also liked the investment that people made in each other’s life through small group, singles, and informal meetings. Since I was new to San Diego, I also enjoyed finding good places to eat and doing fun things in San Diego.

• Hobbies: I have too many to be specific. I like Martial arts, Outdoor activities, Water Sports, and Dinning.
• Favorite Christian book: Is this a trick question? Besides the Bible, I like The Gospel According to Jesus: What is authentic Faith? by John MacArthur.
• Favorite Bible verse: Colossians 3:23 “Whatever you do, work heartily, as for the Lord and not for men.”