In Progress...
Aren't we all still in the works?Friday, June 29, 2007
Sister Church Vid
Rules.
So i have been thinking a lot lately about rules. Why do we have them? Do we really need rules? What makes us want to obey them? Why should we obey them? Duty or desire?
I remember as a kid having all kinds of very specific rules that I was supposed to obey. Rules like, "You should be in church when the doors are open," or "You shouldn't wear revealing clothing like bikini's" (not so much for me as my sisters), and "You shouldn't watch The Monkey's on television." For the most part, we kept the rules my parents set before us... but when I got older, I began to question the rules... Every time the church is open? Not even modest tankini's? But The Monkey's are just silly... they are harmless... aren't they?
The problem I see with rules is that they seldom explain why they exis and as a result, we focus much more on the rules themselves rather than why we have them to begin with. I am more interested in why we should attend church, or why we should be modest in our dress, and why we should be discerning in what we watch on the telly.
Don't get me wrong, I don't think rules are bad, but I believe that in order for rules to be effective they must have an explanation attached to them. I am a firm believer that people will do what they really believe because that is their desire. We can get people to do things out of duty, but normally only for a short period of time, and with some coercion, like the threat of punishment, or a promise of reward.
Let me begin to make this personal. Why do we obey rules and standards set forth in God's word? Is it because we fear that God will squash us if we don't? Or when we obey God will bless our socks off? Although those things might be true, the real reason we ought to obey is because we really want to. The desire to want to please and glorify God is the real motivator behind us doing the hard things that the world will think is a little nutty.
I will be starting a short series at the end of the summer to discuss principles for guiding our lives based on scripture. I am pretty excited to discuss these things with you all...
Mmmm... rules...
I remember as a kid having all kinds of very specific rules that I was supposed to obey. Rules like, "You should be in church when the doors are open," or "You shouldn't wear revealing clothing like bikini's" (not so much for me as my sisters), and "You shouldn't watch The Monkey's on television." For the most part, we kept the rules my parents set before us... but when I got older, I began to question the rules... Every time the church is open? Not even modest tankini's? But The Monkey's are just silly... they are harmless... aren't they?
The problem I see with rules is that they seldom explain why they exis and as a result, we focus much more on the rules themselves rather than why we have them to begin with. I am more interested in why we should attend church, or why we should be modest in our dress, and why we should be discerning in what we watch on the telly.
Don't get me wrong, I don't think rules are bad, but I believe that in order for rules to be effective they must have an explanation attached to them. I am a firm believer that people will do what they really believe because that is their desire. We can get people to do things out of duty, but normally only for a short period of time, and with some coercion, like the threat of punishment, or a promise of reward.
Let me begin to make this personal. Why do we obey rules and standards set forth in God's word? Is it because we fear that God will squash us if we don't? Or when we obey God will bless our socks off? Although those things might be true, the real reason we ought to obey is because we really want to. The desire to want to please and glorify God is the real motivator behind us doing the hard things that the world will think is a little nutty.
I will be starting a short series at the end of the summer to discuss principles for guiding our lives based on scripture. I am pretty excited to discuss these things with you all...
Mmmm... rules...
Labels: For Discussion...
Tell me...
Which would be worse?
- Barfing on yourself while riding on a roller coaster, or mowing your neighbors lawn all summer long for free?
- Being picked on because you did the right thing, or because of your looks?
Labels: For Discussion...
I don't know... what do you want to do?
So I was talking to Luke Shivery the other day, and he was saying he would love for us to do a ski trip sometime in the winter... I thought that was a great idea. Not that I am great in winter sports or anything, but I'm glad he told me what he was interested in doing.
Are there any things that you would like for us to do as a group that aren't already on the calendar? If so, let me know... post a response to this blog here... or send me an email... joshv@calvarymonument.org... just let us know what you are interested in doing!
Are there any things that you would like for us to do as a group that aren't already on the calendar? If so, let me know... post a response to this blog here... or send me an email... joshv@calvarymonument.org... just let us know what you are interested in doing!
Labels: Future Plans
Friday, June 22, 2007
Think on Grace!
I really appreciated what Jesse had to say about grace on Wednesday, and I am excited to talk more with you all on the 27th.
Labels: For Discussion...
Musically speaking...
What genre of music do you like to listen to? Who do you like to listen to? Who would you be interested in seeing in concert (David Crowder Band is coming soon to our area, so is Hillsong: United)
I want to be in tune with where you guys are at. Keep me informed!
I want to be in tune with where you guys are at. Keep me informed!
Labels: Media
Check him out...
I never was a big fan until recently... if you haven't already given him a chance... do it now... and if you have already, do it again!
Labels: Media
Thursday, June 14, 2007
Good Times!
Good times last night at the bonfire and Youth Gathering... It was especially good to see a bunch of new Jr Highers out! I hope this is the beginning of a great summer in our ministry.
Keep Hibernia in mind, it is going to be a great day! So much to do, I'm really looking forward to it.
Okay, have a great one!
Labels: General
Wednesday, June 13, 2007
Laughter... it's so funny
You have to stick with this one, but it's funny.
And here is this girl laughing at that vid... (i don't condone smoking... or inhaling when you laugh)
And here is this girl laughing at that vid... (i don't condone smoking... or inhaling when you laugh)
Labels: Media
Monday, June 11, 2007
Techinical Difficulties...
So, over the weekend we were having issues with our host. So if you tried to log on and got only part of the site or maybe none of it, it is all fixed... obviously, cuz you are on it.
had some people over last night after the evening service, and had a some good times watching Brian Regan. If you missed out on that, maybe you should come out on sunday nights... :)
if it doesn't rain this wednesday, we will be doing a cook out at the fire pit, so come ready for some food.
see you guys then!
had some people over last night after the evening service, and had a some good times watching Brian Regan. If you missed out on that, maybe you should come out on sunday nights... :)
if it doesn't rain this wednesday, we will be doing a cook out at the fire pit, so come ready for some food.
see you guys then!
Labels: General
Thursday, June 7, 2007
Need to Know Information...
Chuck Norris can kick start a car.
Chuck Norris beat the Sun in a staring contest.
Chuck Norris' smile once brought a puppy back to life.
Chuck Norris can dribble a football.
Chuck Norris once shot down a German fighter plane with his finger, by yelling, "Bang!"
Chuck Norris' tears can cure Cancer. Too bad he has never cried.
Chuck Norris can hold his breathe for nine years.
Chuck Norris once bench-pressed the entire state of Ohio, and all of its residents.
Chuck Norris knows the last digit of pi.
The last digit of pi IS Chuck Norris.
Bullets dodge Chuck Norris.
Before the Bogyman goes to bed, he checks the closet for Chuck Norris.
Chuck Norris once finished "The Song That Never Ends."
Chuck Norris' calendar goes straight from March 31 to April 2: no one fools Chuck Norris.
Chuck Norris can speak braille.
Chuck Norris does not sleep. He waits.
Superman owns a pair of Chuck Norris pajama's.
Chuck Norris can slam revolving doors.
Chuck Norris can build a snowman out of rain.
Chuck Norris beat the Sun in a staring contest.
Chuck Norris' smile once brought a puppy back to life.
Chuck Norris can dribble a football.
Chuck Norris once shot down a German fighter plane with his finger, by yelling, "Bang!"
Chuck Norris' tears can cure Cancer. Too bad he has never cried.
Chuck Norris can hold his breathe for nine years.
Chuck Norris once bench-pressed the entire state of Ohio, and all of its residents.
Chuck Norris knows the last digit of pi.
The last digit of pi IS Chuck Norris.
Bullets dodge Chuck Norris.
Before the Bogyman goes to bed, he checks the closet for Chuck Norris.
Chuck Norris once finished "The Song That Never Ends."
Chuck Norris' calendar goes straight from March 31 to April 2: no one fools Chuck Norris.
Chuck Norris can speak braille.
Chuck Norris does not sleep. He waits.
Superman owns a pair of Chuck Norris pajama's.
Chuck Norris can slam revolving doors.
Chuck Norris can build a snowman out of rain.
Labels: Fun
Another Plea
Come on! Anyone out there that wants to blog on our site? I would love a guest blog every now-and-then. If you are interested please email me at Stripedgecko@gmail.com, and I will get you all set up.
Great night last night too... I know we were a little low on numbers, but I still had a lot of fun with you guys. I am so glad that God has brought us here!
Great night last night too... I know we were a little low on numbers, but I still had a lot of fun with you guys. I am so glad that God has brought us here!
Labels: General
All Nighter Pics
a little late... Miniature Golf
Here are a few pics of the Jr High's miniature golf outing to Village Green a few weeks ago.Wednesday, June 6, 2007
Cuz I know you so well...
I know you all love this commercial, and want to know how to do the dance. Here you go!
Labels: Media
Great Hip-Hop
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