Social networks have brought me some of the most entertaining moments and conversations over the last few years. Whether it is banter between myself and my brother-in-law about sports, creating fake accounts from the perspective of bald spots, or spending ten minutes to think of a clever status to see how many "likes" I can get, … Continue reading Be Still My Friends
religion
A Story of Influence
There are two ways of recommending true religion and virtue in the world, which God hath made use of: the one is by doctrine and precept; the other by instance and example. - Jonathan Edwards, 1749 It has become increasingly evident to me the influence one holds over those around. Society tells us that celebrities, … Continue reading A Story of Influence
Our Unity Glorifies God
This morning I get the opportunity to speak to the staff of Westside. It is a task I do not take lightly but also one in which I anticipate with much excitement. There is a passage in Romans that finds Paul telling the early church they should walk in harmony. In that harmony, they declare the … Continue reading Our Unity Glorifies God
What’s in a name?
Its a common occurrence within many evangelical's holiday experiences. The Evangelical will be checking out at his/or her local store, purchasing gifts and items associated with this specific time of year, and the store clerk will say, "Happy Holidays!". Here lies the problem. As a believer, should one feel offended or offer the obligatory "Merry … Continue reading What’s in a name?
I Apologize (Part II)
Confession from the church? It sounds backwards. For years confession took place within the church not from the church. I introduced you or reminded you of a story that Donald Miller gives in his book Blue Like Jazz. I remember when I read that specific part being completely shocked. The idea that christians were apologizing … Continue reading I Apologize (Part II)
unstoppable force…
i am currently sitting in my hotel down the orlando florida. the place of mickey mouse and magic, universal and IOA, hard rock and the largest/coolest/most amazing mcdonalds of all time. that is where i am. i am here for a youth pastors summit. we have been able to hear from some amazing men who … Continue reading unstoppable force…
yellow
i am sitting in the sanctuary just listening to "yellow" by coldplay and the newer version by jem. im looking for a job. im praying for a job. and im starting to adopt the mind set of poor ryan, you have no money and life is out to get you. so i decided to spend … Continue reading yellow
religion=self control?
i read an interesting report today in the New York Times. it discussed the research that sociologists have conducted on religion and the relationship it has with peoples self control. the research showed that those who have religion involved in their lives practice better self control with things such as alcohol. they wear their seat … Continue reading religion=self control?
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