tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-39975902011-05-27T16:43:00.854-05:00Reflections on my life from my perspective.Bradhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10077541471149520400noreply@blogger.comBlogger1901100tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3997590.post-29991925216735299682007-05-23T10:21:00.000-05:002007-05-23T10:25:49.521-05:00

9 Two are better than one, because they have a good return for their work: 10 If one falls down, his friend can help him up. But pity the man who falls and has no one to help him up! -Ecclesiastes 4:9-10There are many great needs in our culture today. People need shelter, food, clothing, medical attention, medical insurance

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What a fascinating world we live in. Last week advertisers paid more than $2.6 million for thirty seconds of airtime during Superbowl XLI. But who can blame them? With an average of 3,500 emotionally-inducing advertisements bombarding Americans each day, you got to go big to stand out from the crowd. We now have more consumer choices than any other time in the history of the world, and I’m

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I've decided to post some articles that I've written in the last few months. Hope you find them encouraging and challenging.Here's the first one.....The Road to RedemptionFor many of us life has not turned out to be very easy. For some it’s actually become downright difficult and hard. The Bible suggests that we should rejoice in all circumstances, but too often rejoicing feels like an

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I have a new podcast site where I've posted some sermons online.You can listen or download at bradvoss.podbean.comEnjoy.

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Something I now know that I wish I knew a long time ago.......if you only use CASH, you'll spend a lot less. Just say no to plastic.

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I spent most of the last two days in a Church Planting class with Gailyn Van Reenan, professor from ACU. I am very impressed with the amount of thought and work he has put into this class. He has definately impressed on me the importance of Theological Reflection when it come to church planting. Here are the six areas of Theology we reflected on today. Each of these has some significant

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I stole this out of my wife's journal. Hope she won't be too mad.We are consumed with the thought that on our watch as "keepers of the faith" people are dying of hunger and disease that we have the money to [change]. I elieve I will be judges for these sins, and it is our collective responsibility as Christians in the 21st century to end- poverty, death by malnourishment, and curable disease.

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Tonight my wife and I got to hear a cool indie, folk, blues band called Not Called Common. Check out the powerful lyrics in this song-I see Jesus in San FranciscoAt a table with guests starved for HimBy the South Bay's waterbedAnd seated with Him, at that tableIs the world the Church has refusedAll laughing, and breaking breadI hear Jesus as they listenTheir faces are covered with a lifetime of

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I'm so glad to live in Texas. I truly appreciate the blending of cultures here.Here's to fajitas, margaritas, and finding a way to make room for everyone!Ole'!(and yes, that is a microwave on the end of that extension cord)

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The big news in youth ministry today is that Zondervan (the giant Christian publishing company) is buying Youth Specialties. You can read the press release or watch a great video of Marko (president of YS) and Tic Long talking about how this new acquisition won't bring many changes to Youth Specialties as we now know it. Youth Specialties has been a great source of strength, training and

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Last night I had the opportunity to speak to a group of graduation high school Seniors in Fort Worth. Here are the words that shared with them:You stand at the edge of the greatest period of opportunity in the history of humanity. Through advances in science, technology, education and faith, you will undoubtedly have the opportunity to influence more people for more good in more parts of the

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I really encourage you to take some time and go read Mike Cope's interview with Dr. Jeff Childers. Some time ago both Dr. Childer's daughter and Mike's son were involved in a tragic car accident while returning from a Middle School youth group event.Recently, Mike interviewed Dr. Childers (a Dad, an outstanding Theologian, and one of my favorite professors in Grad School) about the accident and

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I don't really like the format on my blog anymore. I think I need a new template. Any suggestions of good places to look for cool blog templates? I don't think there's enough space left in my brain to learn html.On another note, here's one reason I think most non-christians view all christians as hypocrites.http://www.mypraize.com/newsflashes/newsflash/mypraize-rumors-200604071022/The people

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I think Dallas Willard is right on. The Divine Conspiracy is a tough book. And by tough I mean challenging. And by challenging I mean it's the real deal stuff that most of us would rather not talk about. Or maybe I mean the stuff that's easier to talk about than do anything about. Mike Cope posted this quote on his blog today, and I felt like copying him.From Dallas Willard:“Nondiscipleship is

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In the spirit of the Soup Nazi, "No Bible For You!" Well, there's an interesting story developing with the guys at XXXchurch.com. They are trying to get some Bibles printed with a cover that says, "Jesus Loves Porn Stars," but the folks at American Bible Society have refused to do it, saying that the message on the cover (Jesus loves porn stars) goes against everything the Bible stands for. Craig

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Last night my family and I had the privilege of seeing The Incredibles in Disney on Ice. I had never been to an"...On Ice" show before, and I must say it was very entertaining. The best part was when the characters asked all the kids in the audience to push the orange button on their Incredibles wristbands that they had been given as they entered the arena. This allowed the kids to help defeat

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I am now officially in my mid-thirties. Today I celebrated my thirty-fifth birthday by sharing some outstanding bar-b-que with my outstanding family. The best thing I can hope for as I begin another year is that I can be a better husband, father, friend, brother, son, student, teacher, leader, follower, giver, lover, poet and disciple than I was last year.

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For those of you interested in our culture, church, the arts and how the three intersect....you may enjoy this article from Read Mercer Schuchardt, publisher of Metapilm. I think it's fascinating.Cinema—The New Cathedral of HollyworldHow films are replacing religion in our cinematic age.

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Tommorrow may the saddest day of my life up until now. It will also be a day of celebration. Tommorrow I will say goodbye and help bury my hero--my granfather, Gilbert Voss. He truly lived life to the fullest and got the very most out of the last 92 years, 8 months and 13 days. Now he is home where he can rest in the arms of his Father. He was the most amazing man I have ever or will ever

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Lately, my wife and I having been discussing the purpose of church. We've noticed that in the last 20 years there have been traditional churches, progressive churches, seeker churches, small group churches, megachurches, house churches, emergent churches---and the list goes on and on. There are some that say the purpose of the church is "making disciples." Others say the purpose of the church

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I had dinner last night at my favorite "burger joint" in North Tarrant County. I shared a cheeseburger, some chili-cheese fries, and a vanilla shake with my daughter and some great conversations with some high school friends. If you're in Southlake, be sure to treat yourself to Johnny B's.So, where do you find your favorite burger?

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My friend Mark Riddle always has some intersting stuff to say about Youth Ministry. Here are some of his current thoughts regarding the relationship between youth ministry and the emerging church.Youth Ministry in the Emerging ChurchI think I agree with Mark that there is no one way to church or to do youth ministry. I also agree with Mark that in the coming years there will be fewer paid youth

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I had a great time this week in Abilene, but it's good to be back home with my wife and kids. While in Abilene I got to eat at both Harold's and Sharon Allen's new bar-b-que place on the north side. I had a bowl of brisket and beans just like the old days. I have to admit that Sharon may know bar-b-que better than Joe, or at least how to run a restuarant better.I got to spend some time with

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I though last night's Grammy Awards show was one of the best I have seen in the last few years. Outstanding performances by Kelly Clarkson, Bruce, Paul, Keith Urban, John Legend, Kanye West, and especially U2. I think it was also one of those years when the Grammy voters got it right and all the winners were right on. From Kanye to Green Day to Kelly Clarkson to U2--these are all outstanding

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What's the difference between charity and justice? This is a very interesting and moving question. Check out what Bono had to say last week at the National Prayer Breakfast in Washington D.C.-Watch Bono's Speech at the National Prayer Breakfast.-Read the transcript.I have read or listened to just about everything Bono has written, said or sung in the last 20 years. This speech may the best

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This week is Super Bowl 40 in Detroit. It’s hard to miss the big scene. There will be fans, cheerleaders, football players, nachos, hot dogs, fireworks, and of course commercials. Lots and lots of great commercials. The going rate this year for a Super Bowl commercial is $2.5 million for 30 seconds. That comes out to $83,333 a second to get your product promoted during the Super Bowl. Now

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It was great to see that Crash was nominated for the Best Picture Oscar for this year’s Academy Awards. Crash was by far the best film I saw last year and probably one of the best films I’ve ever seen. Look deep---it’s full of grace and peace and Jesus. It’s rated R for good reason, so don’t take the kids, but for everyone over the age of 18, I think this is a must-see movie. Obviously, Crash

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“Real religion, the kind that passes muster before God the Father, is this: Reach out to the homeless and loveless in their plight, and guard against corruption from the godless world.” -from the Book of James (chapter 1, verse 27.)I’ve heard a lot of talk during the last few years about how so many people throughout the world are fed up with religion. The conversation usually ends

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I confess.....I watch American Idol. And I really do like it. But after four years I still cannot understand how so many people who can't sing a lick have convinced themselves that they are the best singer on the planet. But then again this is the "land of opportunity" where anything is possible.

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Many out there are claiming that this is the best blonde joke ever. Check it out for yourself.

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There's a book I've been reading lately, The Shaping of Things to Come. It's bold, brazen, and it is great! It's the kind of book you have to put down every few pages just to think about and ponder what you just read. I believe these thoughts will have a profound impact on the future of the church and Christianity in the West.Check it out, but be warned, it may take you places you don't want to

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So I took a little blog vacation for a few weeks, ok actually the whole month of December, but hey it's a very busy time of year, and we moved into a new house, and I had to go skiing in Colorado, and a bunch of other stuff.The end of November and the middle of December provided me with three more chances to see U2 in concert. All four shows I saw on the Vertigo Tour were outstanding. I am

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I know this may step on a few toes, but I have to let it out. I am extremely saddened by American churches who are spending millions of dollars on the wrong things. I recently read about a church that spent $19 million to expand their poperty and enlarge their buildings. How can this happen when.....Nearly one in four people, 1.3 billion - a large portion of humanity - live on less than $1 per

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I just finished an interesting little book called God's Debris by Scott Adams, the creator of the comic strip Dilbert. This little "thought experiment" will definately get your brain spinning and possibly leave you with a bit of a headache. But be warned, like the introduction says,The story contains no violence, no sexual content, and no offensivelanguage. But the ideas expressed by the

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You speak of signs and wondersBut I need something otherI would believe if I was ableBut I’m waiting on the crumbs from your table-from the U2 song “Crumbs From Your Table”I think too often Christians can be criticized for being closed-minded, judgmental and for withholding the gifts given to us by God. We live in a world filled with people who long to believe in something, even God, yet run the

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Last Friday night my friend Shane and I spent the evening with the best band of all time and 20,000 new friends. We did what many people will only dream of doing. For over 2 hours we stood right in front of The Edge (guitar guru of U2.) Here's the review I posted on U2tours.com:A truly amazing night. I thought I was going to pass out with anticipation after waiting in the GA line all day. I never

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This week we lost one of the most prolific figures in American history and a true hero. Rosa Parks did what so many people want to do…she took a sit. But unlike most of us her action put her at great risk and led to an unprecedented movement of people standing up for the rights of others.The Boston Globe remembers Ms. Parks this way:It was Dec. 1, 1955, when Rosa Parks refused to give up her

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It's almost Midnight. I'm sitting here watching the 11th inning of Game 3 of the World Series and reading Adam Ellis' blog.The Astros are hanging in there, and Adam's doing an outstanding job of synthesing the thoughts of Brian McLaren, Stanley Grenz and Rob Bell. If you're interested in a thoughtful summary of how these guys are challenging the usual views of salvation, heaven and hell---then

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I may be a little insane. In just a few days I will see U2 in Houston, then turn around and see them again the very next night in Dallas. And even as I type this I get butterflies in my stomach. I begin to think back on the U2 shows I have seen in the past......Zoo TV in Texas Stadium- Bono sang Bob Marley's "Redemption Song" and I cried my eyes out.....Joshua Tree at Tarrant County Convention

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I've added Word Verification to the comments to keep spammers from leaving random comments about advertising and road construction and other bizarre stuff. Hope this won't deter you from commenting. Blogging has been such a great way to stay in touch with lots of people. Thanks for letting me know you stopped by. And please keep the spam in the can.

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The whole family headed out west to ACU's Homecoming this past weekend. It was great! I can't believe ACU is celebrating their 100 year anniversary this year. More than that, I can't believe we graduated (the first time) 13 years ago. Wow, time flies. We got to see some great friends, ate some outstanding bar-b-que, bought a new cheerleader outfit (for my daughter), laughed alot, and made

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I heard Elizabeth Marquardt talking on the radio recently about her new book, Between Two Worlds, which looks at the inner lives of children of divorce. She made a very interesting comment in regards to spirituality. She said that talking about a God who never leaves, just like a parent who never leaves, does very little for the faith-building of children from divorce. Wow! We better start

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I got a new car this week. It's a Hyundai Santa Fe. It's very cool. And it goes forwards and backwards.

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I just got back this week from our annual Whitewater Ranch summit. This is where all the board members and camp leaders get together to critique last years camp and start working towards next year's camp. This year we've decided to add a new Middle School camp in the Texas hill country during the third week of June. 250 Middle School kids for week of craziness---Oh yea! Big time FUN!!It was great

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Yea, I know some of you have tried this before, but for those who haven't...this really does work. It's a legit advertising business that's been around for about 5 years. They are sending out about 300-500 Ipods a week. You can read more about it if you want to:http://wired-vig.wired.com/news/mac/0,2125,64614,00.htmlJust click on this site to get started:http://ipods.freepay.com/?r=22354166And

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You've got to read Wayne Bernard's letter posted on Mike Cope's blog:Here's a sample-".....By 10:00 a.m., 22 of our finest undergraduate students arrived on the ACU bus to help play with and take care of the children while others of us interviewed their parents and began helping families with their plans and expectations. At one point during the morning, Bob stopped me and asked if I had noticed

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A new need regarding evacuees from the Gulf Coast has come my way, and I thought I’d check to see if you or your church would be interested in helping out.Julie Wisdon, who works at the Tipton Group, has asked me to help her coordinate an effort her company is currently working on to help evacuees get resettled in the DFW area. The Tipton Group is placing families from the Gulf Coast in

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I haven't been blogging in awhile. Frankly, I just didn't have much to say. I know that sounds strange, but I've just been working and spending time with family and trying to keep my nose out of trouble.The disaster in LA and MS has shook me up. This is unbelievable. I can't believe some of the things I've seen and heard. For those who are interested in hearing from someone who is not in the

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I left this comment on Mike Cope's blog today when he asked about favorite summer camp experiences. Upon some reflection, I decided to post it on my own blog as well. Thanks for asking Mike.When I was a kid my dad took me with him to Circle C camp in Colorado. I was only about 6 or 7, and it was the most amazing thing for me to be with all the "big kids" in the mountians praising God. I'll

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PBS recently did a story on Emergent, the loose organization that has helped to launch the Emerging Church conversation, and challanged many of us to look at church and Christianity differntly. You can watch the full story at http://www.pbs.org/wnet/religionandethics/week845/cover.html#I am very thankful to Brian McLaren, Tony Jones, Doug Pagitt and others who have helped me think, talk and act

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Just got home from Whitewater Ranch, our high school camp in Colorado. It was an outstanding week....but I am so tired. Time to take a long nap.

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I've been running around taking care of all the last minute details for next week's high school camp in Colorado. I am looking forward to much cooler tempertures. The forcasted high for next week at Whitewater Ranch is 79 degrees. Oh yah!!!Please be in prayer for our camp. Pray for safety, fun and for God to change the lives of the 180 high school students and leaders who will be at camp next

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If you get a chance, check out this post from my friend Stephen's blog.http://stephenabailey.blogspot.com/2005/06/i-dont-know.htmlMy favorite line is "...it just gives me tired head."

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This is the stage set-up for U2 Vertigo in Boston.

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This is me and Owen on the Titan at Six Flags. The best roller coaster I've ever ridden.

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So if you can't tell. The picture below is from the U2 Vertigo show in Boston. I'm trying out the mobile phone blogging. I think it's going to be pretty cool to send pictures and text from my phone to my blog. Has anybody else used this yet? What do you think? And BTW, I will be seeing U2 again in Houston and Dallas. Hope you get to see 'em too.

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Today is the best day of my year. Today is the day my wife and my daughter were born. This one day has brought me more than I could have ever asked for.I am so thankful to have two amazing, beautiful women in my life. I love you both. Each year just keeps getting better and better.

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Wow, it seems like a very long time since my last post. The last couple of weeks of been a real blurr. You know how days just fly by and the next thing you know it's been like two or three weeks. Well, here's a quick rundown.......Shannon and I had a beautiful time visiting New England for our 10th anniversary. Neith one of us had ever been up that direction, and we both loved it. We ate

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Yes, yes, I know....I have not written since my first day in LA. Well, it was an intense trip. And frankly I've been so busy since I got home, I've not had time to stay up with the blog. I'll post some more comments about Origins and other things when I get a chance.Until then, here are two of my favorite quotes from the Origins Project. Alex McManus said,"The most relevent human being to the

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Wow...what a great day. After a smooth plane ride, followed by a death-defying shuttle ride, we arrived at our hotel in downtown LA. Some lunch at a underground mall, a little rest, then off to the first session of Origins. Tonight's stuff was creative, inspiring and very cool.The 2 1/2 hour session including some drama, some cool videos, two amazing dance routines, some worship songs and

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I'll be leaving town for a few days. For the next four days I'll be attending the Origins Experience at Mosaic in Los Angeles. I'm looking forward to the conference, the sun and a few days out of town. The last couple of weeks have been exhausting. I'll post some comments about the Experience when I get back.

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I was surprised and excited to see that Mavericks owner Mark Cuban has a blog over at http://blogmaverick.com/rss.xmlI look forward to seeing if his "on the blog" thoughts and reactions can keep up with his notorious "on the court" flare ups and reactions. For what it's worth, I say we need to hear more from Mark Cuban. But of course, I am, I am, I am a Mavericks fan.Go Mavs. I'm looking

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I justed saw Garden State. Finally. I've wanted to see this film for a long time and had hoped to see it in the theater, but oh well finally got to see it on DVD. I thought it was amazing. Zach Braff, from Scrubs, wrote and directed it and stars in it along with Natalie Portman. This film is so cool; it's funny, insightful, challenging, and I think even spiritual. Mostly, it reminded me how

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Tonight I played my first ever gig. Some friends who have a coffee shope in town asked me to play and sing tonight as a part of their "live music" Saturday night. I was not prepared enough and very nervous, but everything went off without a hitch. I played some Jackopierce tunes, a couple of U2 songs and some worship songs. I will have to split the tips, however with my two-year-old son, who

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For those of you, like me, with a Restoration Church background, more specifiacally the Church of Christ, please consider reading my friend Wade's thoughts on an Emerging Church of Christ. It's long, five parts, so don't expect to read it all at once.I really appriciate the way Wade challenges those from this tribe of Christians to think outside the norm. If folks started catching on to this

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Here is a beautiful passage from Brennan Manning: [thanks to Josh Stites.]Several years ago, Edward Farrell, a priest from Detroit, went on a two-week long summer vacation to visit family in Ireland. His one living uncle was about to celebrate his 80th birthday. On that great day Ed and his uncle got up early. It was before dawn. They took a long walk along the shores of Lake Killarney and

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Here is just one of the many bold and challenging quotes from Jim Wallis's book, God's Politics......"Neither religious nor secular fundamentalism can save us, but a new spiritual revival that ignites deep social conscience could transform our society. Movements do change history, and the strongest ones are those with a spiritual foundation. Most important of all is the spiritual power of hope,

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We started this really cool thing last week called "liquid." I guess it's called liquid because the thing really is fluid and we're just kinda making it up as we go along. What we did was rent out a coffee shop in Colleyville for two hours each Thursday so kids could come and hang out, play games, drink coffee or smoothies, and maybe have some spiritual conversation. The basic schedule is show

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I just got my latest issue of Backpacker magazine this week, and I am again reminded of a very interesting thing I've noticed lately about culture. At least in the world of outdoor sports, namely hiking and climbing, there has been a significant move towards lighter and less. More and more folks are moving out into the wilderness with less gear, lighter gear and sometimes without any gear at all.

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Just finished watching the NCAA Championship game. Wow! It really did live up to the anticipation and hype. Congrats to Roy Williams for winning the "big one." Take a look, Mack Brown, it can be done. My bracket was blown to bits after the first two rounds, but this was by far the most entertaining tournament for me in the last few years. Only 11 months to go until March Madness.

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Yea, I'm definitely behind on blogging. Thanks for coming back.We had a great Easter Sunday last at Southlake 11:7. We continue to grow and meet lots of new people. My new friend, Joey Wright, was there to help lead our praise and worship time. Keith's message on Sunday was both inspiring and challenging. He challenging us all to get rid of past and junk and move forward with hope and expectancy

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I've been up in Tulsa the last few days for a little unstructured time. It has been nice to see our great friends that we have in Tulsa. I love being back in Texas, but I do kinda miss Tulsa.We are getting ready for great Easter service at church this Sunday. And then our true grand opening is April 3, along with the kick-off of our small groups. God is continually blessing our new little

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Not much time to blog these days. I'm just too busy sitting on the couch, watching the NCAA Tournament. Hated to see Texas lose, but kinda expeced it. I'm picking North Carolina to win it all after beating Oklahoma State in the championship game. Enjoy the "Madness"!!Whose your pick to be the big winner this year?

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Saddly, Stanley Grenz, an outstanding author and theologian who authored A Primer on Postmodernism, Theology for the Community of God, Renewing the Center, and Beyond Foundationalism (co-written with John Franke), and spoke and Emergent events, passed away on Saturday.HERE are some thoughts on Stan from Brian McLaren.Stan was very important and influential to many younger postmodern ministers,

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From my friend Wade's blog...."The danger with the shopping mall approach to church is that by catering first to the needs of the individual by providing highly specialized experiences for kids, students, adults, moderns, postmoderns, or whatever, we actually could be reinforcing the very consumer-driven mentality that keeps shopping malls in business. If a church starts to resemble the shopping

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Saw Hitch tonight with Shannon and our friends Chad & Ginger. Good movie. Will Smith is funny and Kevin James (from King of Queens) had me cracking up. It's a great look at relationships, authenticity, honesty and communication, and oh yea, some sweet dancin'. The website, with lots of info on dating, is definately worth a look.

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I must admit I have a deep love for the roundabout. If you have never experienced one, you must try it. Not far from our house is an intersection, but instead of the typical stoplight or 4-way stop sign, there's this circle thing. You can drive into and then turn off onto one of the other streets whenever you want. No stop signs, no lights, just yields. It's great. There's a cool mutual

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I've been thinking lately about the concept of spiritual maturity. What is that really? Is it when you are a life-long, card-carrying church member? Is it when you are morally right? or left? Is it when the fruits of the spirit (love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, gentleness, faithfulness and self-control) are evident in your life? Is it when you think of others more than you

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I read this quote by Bono a few years ago and really didn't pay much attention to it. Recently, my friend Shane posted it on his blog. And for some reason this time when I read it, it really hit home."I have this hunger in me...everywhere I look, I see the evidence of a Creator. But I don't see it as religion, which has cut my people in two. I don't see Jesus Christ as being any part of a

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OK, so I had a little trouble lately. I lost my motivation to write and I may have even lost my blog for a while. If you got here by accident, sorry, you were probably looking for something with a lot more texture. It's not that my life's not interesting, the last four months have been pretty crazy, it's more that I don't always feel like I have something cool or witty to say like those other

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I have decided to fast from coffee, cokes and any caffine this year during Lent. I'm not looking forward to the headaches this week, but I am very excited about what I know God will do to further form me into the image of Christ as I prepare to celebrate Easter. It's wierd how depriving yourself of something can bring so many more great things into your life.

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Well, today is Fat Tuesday and I still have not decided what I am going to fast from during Lent this year. Last year I fasted from meat, which is historically what the early Christians gave up during Lent. Is was difficult and rewarding. Last year was the first time I had ever really paid any attention to Lent. I fasted (along with some other folks from our church), celebrated on Sundays (

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I just can't say anyting good about the Eagles. (I've never really got over their dirty play against the Cowboys when I was a kid.) So, my prediction is Patriots 27, Eagles 17. And no wardrobe malfuntions from Paul McCartney. Good luck Tom Brady! We are going to a party at some friends house with some young couples and a bunch of high school kids. Lots of food. Should be lots of fun. Our church

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Rob Bell has got to be the coolest preacher ever. I am diggin' his stuff. I think you would too.

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Just got back from a quick trip up to Tulsa to check on our house (still for sale) and pick up a few things. Got to have lunch with Shannon R., see some former co-workers, and grab my much-needed Boss chromatic guitar tuner. I am exhausted from driving all the way to Tulsa and back in one day.....but not too tired to catch the next hour of 24. Big U2 news coming soon.

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I'm looking forward to another great Sunday. It will be a very full day. Our new little church is meeting in an elementary school, and we start setting up at 7:30 in the morning. I'm excited about leading the praise and worship time tomarrow. Our worship order this week looks like this: Blessed Be Your Name Better Is One Day Open the Eyes of My Heart Communion Time The Wonerful Cross God of

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"The Church – a group of believers – is God’s ordained place for the discipleship process to take place. God’s Plan A for the redemption of the world is the Church, and He has no Plan B." -KP Yohannan

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I lead the praise & worship time at church again last Sunday. This time I was much more relaxed and felt as if I truly was able to worship God. I don't know how long I will be doing this, but I must say that I have found great joy in planning and leading the worship times the last two weeks. I am also having a great time getting to know my new friends in our band. Last week we sang: Forever I

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I am sitting outside Starbucks in downtown Southlake enjoying 68 degrees and sun typing on my new, little (4lbs) Dell 700m laptop. I truly don't deserve to be doing this. Thank you God. Here's a bit from atU2.com regarding U2 tour.... Take this prayer... -- Reports say the tour announcement has been delayed because a member of Edge's family is ill. Out of respect for all involved, let's leave it

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Please, stop and pray for my friend Mike Cope's son, Chris, and his family. Chris was injured in a tragic car accident yesterday returning from a youth ministry event. Mike is requesting that we all pray for Chris and the other children injured in the accident. Tragically, Brady Bourland, age 10, was killed in the accident. Here is Mike's blog. (Check the comments for details on the accident.

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Starting a new church is very exhausting. There just seems to always be something to do. Sometimes I feel like I am so busy doing "stuff" that I neglect to participate in the things that God is doing all around me. I really don't want to work for another church. I want to work with a different type of faith community. I dream of a community that measures success by the transformation that God

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Sunday was Great! Close to 300 people showed up for our launch service at Southlake 11:7. I am so excited to be a part of this new church. With it being a new adventure, there are lots of hats for me to wear. This next Sunday I will be leading the worship band- please pray about this. We had about a dozen kids over at the Brannon's house on Sunday night to hang out, pig out, and watch Napoleon

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Tomarrow is our first "official" gathering for Southlake 11:7, the new church in which I serve as the associate pastor. I am both extremely excited and very nervous. I know that God wants to use this rag-tag group of believers to bless people in this community, I just pray that I can be the kind of leader that He needs me to be. No special talent or skills needed here-- just hard core faith. I

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I have started a new job in Southlake, TX. As of this week, I am the Associate Pastor for Southlake 11:7, a new church planted in Northwest Tarrent County. I am very excited (and nervous) about this new opportunity. But I honestly believe that's right where God wants me to be -- utterly dependent on Him. I am looking forward to how God will use this new community of faith to bless others. I have

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I'm trying out some new looks for my blog. This is the first one. What do you think?

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I only asked for three things this Christmas-- my family to be safe and cared for; a new job; and How to Dismantle An Atomic Bomb. .....I got all three! I plan to get the blog rolling again in 2005. Happy New Year!!

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Brad's blog is officially on a break. (As if you couldn't tell.)

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Well, I dont' remeber the last time a gave a plug-- but here it goes. Get a Dell. You see while I was at camp last week my computer (Dell Inspiron 8200, 3 yrs. old) started smoking. The screen went black; it never came back on; and I cried big, wet tears. I limped through the rest of the week without a computer and when I got back I called Dell and went through the whole "troubleshooting" thing.

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We are moving back to Texas. Probably sometime in October. Nothing bad about Tulsa, just wanted to get back home closer to family. Oh, and I'm hoping we can break that curse that keeps allowing OU to beat up on Texas for the last four years. I am gonna need a job. Anybody got any ideas?

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We made it back from camp. This year's Whitewater Ranch was great!! Probably the best camp we've had in eight years. I am already psyched about planning next year's camp. What is it about summer camp that makes it so great? The world could be at war, or in someother great termoil, but if I'm at camp, nothing seems to matter but worshiping God, hanging with friends, and having lots of fun. I

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