Investment vs. Spending Probably one of the more lighthearted scenes from the movie Robocop (1987) is a scene with this guy who had the tagline is, ‘I’d buy that for a dollar.’ He just says it over and over to ad nauseam. He looks appears to be sweating, hyperventilating and quite possibly had too much…… Continue reading The Consumer Christian – When our Consumer Mind and Christ Meet.
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My Toy Truck
My Toy Truck When I was very young. I watched my grandfather make this wooden truck, my eyes were wide open to every move he made. I’d never seen anyone make a toy car from wood before. I watched as he cut out the frame with the band saw. That saw was very sharp but…… Continue reading My Toy Truck
The Christian Selfie – As followers of the Christ, what are we to say about selfies?
The Christian Selfie I Love Me! Look at Me! As followers of the Christ, what are we to say about selfies? Jesus tells us “Happy are people who are humble, because they will inherit the earth.” Matthew 5:5 So what about Selfies? Why do we do it? Is it a way we share, or is…… Continue reading The Christian Selfie – As followers of the Christ, what are we to say about selfies?
It is God who adds to the church, not church marketing
I recently received an invitation to a church in our area. It was a very nice postcard that told me a lot of info about the church. It even had a little map of where the church is located. And then I saw it, the part that read, ‘Bring this card for a free gift.’ …… Continue reading It is God who adds to the church, not church marketing
Grass
So I was calling around to find someone to mow my lawn, and everywhere I looked, it was the same company. I looked in the phone book, the internet, Angie’s List, everywhere everywhere, it was the same company. So I reluctantly called the company and left a message. After 8 days, they called me back…… Continue reading Grass
Jack hammers and sewage- ‘working jobs that noone else wants to?’
As I crawled over the human waste laying on the ground it was all I could do to drag the jackhammer. My boss was explaining where I needed to put the 70 lb jackhammer, which was at the base of the chimney. It was so tight under the house I had to lay flat on…… Continue reading Jack hammers and sewage- ‘working jobs that noone else wants to?’
The Cult of Church Worship
Do you worship your church leadership? Don’t think so? Here’s how to find out. When Lebron James left the Cleveland Cavaliers in 2010, the residents of Cleveland didn’t react well. There were riots over Lebron leaving the town and even a man set himself on fire with Lebron’s jersey on. After all, Lebron promised Cleveland…… Continue reading The Cult of Church Worship
Father’s Day Trophies
Trophies When I was really little, each Saturday morning was a time for myself and two siblings to run into my parent’s bedroom waking them up. It was a fun time in life. My dad was an insurance salesman, my mom kept us in line at home. I have many great memories from that time,…… Continue reading Father’s Day Trophies
Un-convenient Biblical truths church folk don’t like to talk about anymore.
Un-convenient Biblical truths church folk don’t like to talk about anymore. One of my favorite movies is “It’s a Wonderful Life,” a film about an angel Clarence Odbody, and a man George Bailey who wants to kill himself. But Clarence is sent from Heaven to save George’s life. Clarence wants to get his wings and…… Continue reading Un-convenient Biblical truths church folk don’t like to talk about anymore.
An Open Letter to Pastors, Music Pastors and Churches: Let Your Light Shine, Ok, Maybe Not that Light
An Open Letter to Pastors, Music Pastors, and Churches: Let Your Light Shine, Ok, Maybe Not that Light The following is an article asking the question: “Is our church environment inviting to all?” If not, then why not? If not, then should it be? Matthew 11:28 “Come to Me, all [a]who are weary and heavy-laden, and I…… Continue reading An Open Letter to Pastors, Music Pastors and Churches: Let Your Light Shine, Ok, Maybe Not that Light