Sharing authentic stories of the challenges and joys of our everyday lives as we pursue a Christ-focused life of impact.
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Boundary Lines for the Son of Thunder
If you read my last post, this picks up where it ended. If you didn't, click here to read it. Back to the Beginning. Admitting that I had failed Him in my participation in our group brought a sting. However once I began to move past that a level of excitement started...
Back to the Beginning
I am part of a men's group that is an extension of our church. We've been meeting since, wow I don't even know, probably a decade now. But lately, something hasn't been right. This band of brothers has been a rock for me over the years. We have collectively been...
Hello Neo, my old friend
Hi. My name is Jimmy, and I'm a neophobe. I'll pause for a moment while you say "Hi, Jimmy." A neophobe is someone who is afraid of anything new. I have a mild form of this disorder, where I avoid trying new things or breaking...
About Jimmy
Jimmy McAfee grew up in Nashville, TN and attended Goodpasture Christian School. He was raised in a loving family with an older sister and younger brother. Jimmy met his charming wife, Kim, at the University of Tennessee while completing his degree in Industrial Engineering. Subsequently, he earned an MBA at the University of South Carolina. He has worked in manufacturing for 25+ years for Newell Rubbermaid, O’Sullivan Furniture, and currently Overhead Door Corporation. He and Kim attend Valley Creek Church in Lewisville, TX.
His daughter, Erin, is married and lives in Lewisville, TX. His son, James, is a recent graduate of the University of Texas at Austin.
Jimmy and Kim led the First Fruits ministry team for 6 years, focusing on building community by meeting the needs of our neighbors through relational serving. He wrote the stories in the book, Build Neighbors, based on the lessons God taught them in this ministry.
Jimmy publishes the blog Making Waves, telling stories of discovering God in both miracles and everyday routine.
Woodworking has been a lifelong passion that he enjoys sharing with others.
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In Build Neighbors, I tell my story of discovering a life of community. What began as a simple effort to serve people in need led to relationships that not only changed my perspective of others, but also challenged my own inner brokenness. This collection of story-based lessons is aimed at helping anyone who wants to live more fully in community with friends and neighbors. It speaks candidly about our insecurities in opening up to others, the difficult choices we face and ultimately the joy received from loving our neighbors. Relational serving focuses on meeting physical needs but also sharing the love God holds for each of us. You can build deeper relationships, become more engaged and build the city of your dreams.
