Josh McDowell explains , “An executive recruiter, a ‘head-hunter’ who goes out and hires corporation executives for other firms, once told me, ‘When I get an executive that I’m trying to hire for someone else, I like to disarm him. I offer him a drink, take my coat off, then my vest, undo my tie, throw [...]
Archive for October, 2007
What’s Your Purpose in Life, Bob?
October 31, 2007The resurgence of atheism
October 31, 2007An article entitled, ‘Puncturing Atheism,” describes the resurgence of atheism and the challenge of some brilliant Christ-followers.
You would have to have been hitchhiking across Siberia to have missed a striking new phenomenon: The atheists are back. Not just back, mind you, but globally parading in triumph across tv, bookstores, and the Internet. But don’t [...]
The other great thing about October 31
October 31, 2007Many people do not know that Oct 31 is Reformation Day. On October 31, a monk named Martin Luther walked to the cathedral of his little German town, Wittenberg, and nailed a list of “95 theses” to the door of the Cathedral.
Because the Cathedral door acted as a kind of newspaper or blog for [...]
Halloween –
October 31, 2007Al Mohler writes…
Halloween is a big deal in the marketplace. Halloween is surpassed only by Christmas in terms of economic activity. According to David J. Skal, “Precise figures are difficult to determine, but the annual economic impact of Halloween is now somewhere between 4 billion and 6 billion dollars depending on the number and kinds [...]
Nice try at names, but no cigar!
October 31, 2007Thanks for the suggestions – serious and otherwise. Fortunately, Corrie and Nathan did not choose any of the suggestions.
Corrie and Nathan have chosen to name the baby girl…
Sadie Brooklyn.
I love it.
We’re looking at a March birth.
Satan’s slide
October 31, 2007I receive a weblog from Life Action Revival Ministries. The latest blog is insightful in the ways of the Evil One. Check out the questions at the end of the blog.
Satan is a deceiver, a defiler, and a destroyer. His intent is to “undo” the revival you have experienced. His methods are often [...]
It’s a Girl – what is her name?
October 30, 2007It’s official. Corrie and Nathan will have a girl in March.
This is so interesting, since Nathan’s family specializes in boys.
Corrie and Nathan have not chosen a name, and have suggested that any readers of this blog – all 3 of you – suggest a name.
Send it to samvshawjr@gmail.com.
Here are the guidelines:
It can’t [...]
Most incredible ending to a football game ever!
October 29, 2007The Wonder of Rain
October 25, 2007After months of drought, the rain of recent days is a welcome relief. The rains have reminded me of something written several years ago by one of my theological mentors. I’ve freely adapted his mediation.
Job 5:8-10 states, “God….does great and unsearchable things, wonders without number. He gives rain on the earth, and [...]
Parents are clueless
October 24, 2007An unrestrained and open look into the hearts and souls of both parents and children. Frightening, uplifting, disillusioning, hopeful. It is worth spending a few moments on this site.
I Dare You to Watch without Laughing
October 24, 2007Five Questions You Can Use Once a Month
October 24, 2007My good friend Josh Hunt writes a weekly column for Bible study leaders. His column this week gives five questions that any teacher or leader can ask a group or friend over and over and without getting old.
1. HOW ARE YOU DOING THESE DAYS IN TERMS OF YOUR TIME ALONE WITH GOD?
Every month or so, [...]
The History of Religion in 90 Seconds
October 23, 2007This is definitely worth checking out
Un-Christian
October 22, 2007I first heard about the book at Catalyst Conference in Atlanta last month.
A study was commissioned by Barna’s Research team and published in a book titled UnChristian by Steve Kinnaman and Gabe Lyons. The book reveals some of the latest research on how people view the Church and the people in it.
The conclusion – [...]
Why the Gospel Is Central
October 19, 2007One of the richest declarations of the gospel is found in the following article by Mark Labberton, pastor of Grace Church, in the San Diego area. Chew on these words:
What do we mean by Gospel centered? That is a question that is often asked. It is so important.
While there may be many ways to state [...]
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