Apprentice 2 Jesus

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    Getting Jesus Off the Slopes

    This article talks about yet another fight over having something overtly Christian in a public place and offending atheists and other non-Christian groups. Whether a statue of Jesus should be allowed or not… I have no idea. Just looking at the picture in the article, I would say I’m offended by the portrayal myself. That’s an ugly statue. But I…

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    Zig Ziglar

    Zig Ziglar passed away today. I loved listening to this man when I was at seminars in the past. I was able to see him about 18 months ago. His health was slipping and everyone could tell. The session was more a tribute to him and it was wonderful. His energy was contagious. Zig is now at the top… for…

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    N T Wright on Worship Songs

    Worship Songs from The Work Of The People on Vimeo.

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    Advent is Coming

    Our hearts are being prepared for Advent. December 2 is the first Sunday. You can follow along in daily Advent readings HERE. I also have a separate Advent 2012 tab on this blog where I will post my Advent thoughts. This is a season of longing. Our focus this year is the longing for Christ’s return. It’s the focus of…

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    Being Willing to Prophesy

    I am beginning my look into the life of Zechariah, the father of John the Baptist, in Luke 1. When the angel first appears to him and Zechariah voices doubt, the angel strikes him with silence. I am not sure why Zechariah voices the obvious (“I’m an old guy’) and gets this treatment and Gideon is on a fool’s errand…

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    We interrupt theological thoughts for some thoughts on … football

    Just a couple of thoughts as I continue to be a fan of some awful teams right now. First of all, the Vikings. The game against the Bears today and the game against the Buccaneers a few weeks back showed something in the flawed thinking of the offensive coordinator fairly early in the game. Basically the scenario was this: the…

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    The Readiness of God… and Our Own Readiness

    I fully admit I am a “Johnny come lately” to all things liturgical. Growing up Pentecostal and fundamentalist, I honestly have good experiences. I’ve long said I’m not a bitter, recovering Pentecostal. But I am handicapped. I thought all the liturgical churches were bound for hell. As I’ve grown up I’ve realized I don’t need to chuck out my Pentecostal…

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    Being the Consumer Rather than the Producer

    We successfully ventured out strategically yesterday on Black Friday. We targeted very specific needs: Tree, lights, a few grocery items. We hit stores that weren’t busy. Even when we ventured out a second time (cell phone, speakers) we found quiet little places. Whew. We go crazy on this stuff. Everyone has their strategy for Black Friday. Ours is laying low.…

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    What I love about “Black” Friday

    This is the day we wake up slowly, my wife makes an incredible brunch for us, then we go find the biggest tree we can fit into our house. No huge lines anywhere. Completely enjoyable.

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    Look! A Barth Post!

    Finally, I have braved the thought of trying to pick up Barth again. About every 300 pages I find something I understand… or I think I understand. I don’t know why I’m trying to pick up Barth again. My life is so crammed full of stuff, this isn’t exactly devotional reading. But for today, I try to look a bit Barthian, much to…