The "Holiest University" is Liberty University. Oh, yes. This will be good. Even if it is sort of gimmicky.
The cover is BRILLIANT.
The Unlikely Disciple
Saturday, February 28, 2009
i think i'll love this book
The "Holiest University" is Liberty University. Oh, yes. This will be good. Even if it is sort of gimmicky.
The cover is BRILLIANT.
The Unlikely Disciple
jesus in the backseat
Back Seat Jesus_Promo from Cross Point Church on Vimeo.
The new series at Cross Point Church is called "Backseat Jesus." Now, the promo video features Pete (friend/pastor) talking from the backseat of a car. I guess I'll have to wait and see what that's supposed to mean.
:)
Friday, February 27, 2009
american idol visit danny gokey's church
And according to the church's blog, it was AWESOME! In fact, Danny preached... read what the pastor had to say about it...
Last night, American Idol came to film our church and as a very special “treat”, Danny Gokey showed up to lead praise and worship for over an hour! God’s presence was so strong as Danny sang and our praise and worship team was over the top! We literally had 24 hrs. to pull a Friday night service together, and even with limited time, the place was jammed packed…standing room only! Man, it was absolutely electric! And in vintage style Danny “preached” on letting go of unforgiveness and the the past…while embracing our future with hope. It was outstanding! So many people were blown away with our ministry including those from American Idol. By the way i have to say, the A.I. crew and producer were some of the nicest and most sincere people i’ve ever met. They had great hearts and a real blessing to work with and get to know! So…just when we thought it couldn’t get any better at Faith Builders it just did last night! God is so good and His favor is on this ministry. We produce the best :) I love you all! Go Danny!!!!!!!
Also, Danny's featured in a commercial for his church...
Also, if you have throat issues, you might consider going to see Danny's pastor. See video below for details!
Last night, American Idol came to film our church and as a very special “treat”, Danny Gokey showed up to lead praise and worship for over an hour! God’s presence was so strong as Danny sang and our praise and worship team was over the top! We literally had 24 hrs. to pull a Friday night service together, and even with limited time, the place was jammed packed…standing room only! Man, it was absolutely electric! And in vintage style Danny “preached” on letting go of unforgiveness and the the past…while embracing our future with hope. It was outstanding! So many people were blown away with our ministry including those from American Idol. By the way i have to say, the A.I. crew and producer were some of the nicest and most sincere people i’ve ever met. They had great hearts and a real blessing to work with and get to know! So…just when we thought it couldn’t get any better at Faith Builders it just did last night! God is so good and His favor is on this ministry. We produce the best :) I love you all! Go Danny!!!!!!!
Also, Danny's featured in a commercial for his church...
Also, if you have throat issues, you might consider going to see Danny's pastor. See video below for details!
Tuesday, February 24, 2009
the newsmen have put out another single!
It's called "In the Hands of God." Or should I say "Gawd."
If you've heard it already (it's available on iTunes), then you know it sounds exactly like the man band's single "He Reigns" which sounds exactly like their song "Presence" which sounds exactly like their song "Entertaining Angels" which sounds exactly like their song "Adoration."
So that means Christian radio will eat it up.
Yep, just like breakfast in hell. Or is that heaven? I guess that will depend on whether or not the Newsgeriatrics are still "rocking" the eyeliner.
So my question is this: in your opinion, what Christian band/artist (one that still is making records) do you think should retire?
Friday, February 20, 2009
Thursday, February 19, 2009
Wednesday, February 18, 2009
jesus on lp
Apparently Bill and Sue come in two different sizes.
I want to know if this picture was taken before or after the second birth.
Stories that live told to you by unliving things.
Work it.
danny gokey's church... a cult? hmm...
First, I think Danny Gokey is a rock star. My wife and I have liked him from the beginning. Not only because of his voice, but also because of that geeky "I should be working at Radio Shack" charm he's got going on.
From the moment that American Idol debuted Danny, I assumed he was a churchgoer. Well, in his interview last night, he confirmed that he was a church-music leader.
A friend of mine on Twitter is a friend of a friend of Danny's. So I asked her if she knew where he went to church. She didn't, but she found out. Mr. Gokey's church is called "Faith Builders International Ministries."
As soon as I heard the name, I gulped. Well, I didn't gulp exactly, I just thought it sounded a bit cultish. Sorry, but there's something about the words "Builders," "Faith," and "International" all put together that makes the word "CULT" blink on and off in my head.
Well, I wasn't the only one.
Then I went to the church's blog...
Here's one of the posts...
NOT RECESSION BUT POSSESSION! This word continues to really “ring” in my spirit, “Not recession but possession!” We are in the world but we are not of the world! When the children of Israel left Egypt (the world’s system) they did not leave empty handed! Obviously, pharoah did not want to see his wealth stripped from him. He pursued God’s people to get his money back. That was a big mistake…The children of Israel were faced with a dilema, the Red Sea in front and the egyptian army from behind. No way out in the natural! But, our God always makes a way where there is no way! He opened the Red Sea causing safe passage for his children and crushed their enemies with the same! In other words you have to know God is setting you up for intense breakthrough, promotion and POSSESSION…praise God! Your dilema is about to become your deliverance! And this money issue in America is about to be stripped and placed in the hands of the righteous! Get ready for absolute overflow in Jesus name!
I'm not saying his church is a cult, but I am saying that I think it's a little weird.
We'll have to wait and see... He definitely can sing, that's for sure...
Your thoughts?!?
Tuesday, February 17, 2009
danyew
might be Christian music's next "it" songwriter...
First two songs "Beautiful King" and "Streetlight" sound very promising.
Listen here.
Monday, February 16, 2009
yellow
When my wife and I were dating, one of "our" songs was Coldplay's "Yellow." In fact, at our wedding, the wedding party walked down the aisle to Coldplay's version.
Recently, I discovered Jem's version of the song... wow. Listening to it reminded me how much the lyrics apply to how I think about Jessica.
I love you, baby. More than the sun.
Recently, I discovered Jem's version of the song... wow. Listening to it reminded me how much the lyrics apply to how I think about Jessica.
I love you, baby. More than the sun.
you too can have a successful christian music group!
Remember Avalon? Well, Christian music's famed boy/girl/boy/girl band is back with a vengeance! OK, so vengeance is a little strong... it's more like a tinkling cymbal.
This new record is the group's second Greatest Hits album! Its first Greatest Hits album was released in 2003. Now, you're probably thinking, "Uh, has Avalon had any new hits since 2003?!?"
Nah, not really.
But in Christian Music that doesn't matter! You don't have to have any new hits to make a second Greatest Hits album. You just have to have a record label that is trying to get you off its label! Yep, it's that easy. Just in case you ever become a Christian music artist that is stuck in a record contract that says you need to make three more albums before your deal is up. Don't worry!!! Here's what you have to do. It's EASY!
First, record a holiday record!
Second, release a hymns record or re-record old praise and worship songs!
Thirdly, release a greatest hits album! And BAM!--YOU'RE DONE!
Sadly, that happens all the time.
Anyway, in honor of Avalon's SECOND Greatest Hits album, I thought I would offer some advice on how you too can have your very own successful Christian music group! Yep, JUST LIKE AVALON!
1) Buy a couch. But not just any couch. You gotta purchase a sexy uncomfortable one from IKEA. This will ensure that you have something to sit on when you take photos for your album covers. You think I'm kidding... Think about how many Christian music covers include couches. So, get a couch.
2) Practice sitting on your couch. You must look cool and natural--like the four or five of you enjoy sitting on that couch all the time! And remember, it's very important that each individual in your group has his or her own "cutesy pose." (See second female in picture above as a FANTASTIC example!) And even more important: No lounging, touching (unless two of you are married), or laying!
3) Invest in the latest version of Photoshop. This is especially important if you're over the age of 24! In order to have a successful Christian music group, it's imperative that you look 16. Even if you're 45. Seriously, ask Toby; he'll tell you--PHOTOSHOP is your closest friend! Not closer than Jesus, but that could become a struggle.
4) Have short, punchy first names. Like Jana, Jill, or Nicci if you're a girl. And Josiah, Greg, or Chad if you're a boy!
That's it--you're ready to have you're very own Christian music singing group!
PS: Is it just me or does the 2nd dude's arm (the one that's resting behind the blonde girl) look as though it doesn't belong to him?
Friday, February 13, 2009
flashback: vintage 21 jesus videos
Vintage21 Jesus Video 1
Vintage21 Jesus Video 2
Vintage21 Jesus Video 3
Vintage21 Jesus Video 4
OK, so I know some of you have seen these before. What's YOUR favorite part?
Vintage21 Jesus Video 2
Vintage21 Jesus Video 3
Vintage21 Jesus Video 4
OK, so I know some of you have seen these before. What's YOUR favorite part?
Thursday, February 12, 2009
fear: my reading at cross point church
My church asked me to write an essay about "fear." Last Sunday I read it aloud in each service. Hope you enjoy.
Tuesday, February 10, 2009
a good quote
"It is important to think about the Church not as "over there" but as a community of struggling, weak people of whom we are apart..." Henry Nouwen
Monday, February 9, 2009
wear your ex?
I received this "news" from my friend Terroni!
According to The Huffington Post, there's a new t-shirt company who is hoping you're willing to wear your sin on your sleeve so to speak. Or across your chest.
This sort of reminds me of Nate Hawthorne's "The Scarlett Letter"--you know, the book about Hester who was forced to wear the "A" so people would know what sin she committed. In her case, A was for Adultery.
Anyway, who's up for telling the world that you no longer masturbate? Anybody? I did once do a cover story about a guy who claimed he hadn't masturbated in ten years. He might wear it. Perhaps the t-shirt company would add a place where you could write in how many days or years it had been since the last time you did it. Of course, it would probably be helpful if it is was erasable.
Other "sins" include...
Ex-Fornicator
Ex-Diva
Ex-Slave
Ex-Atheist
Ex-Hypocrite
I would add Ex-Christian-T-shirt Wearer.
mad church disease
My friend Anne Jackson's book "Mad Church Disease" released last week to fantastic reviews and an even bigger response. I had the pleasure of reading and endorsing the book early on. Here's my endorsement...
If you’re in ministry or thinking about going into ministry, Mad Church Disease is required reading. With grace and hope, Anne Jackson sheds some much-needed light on the dirty politics, emotional abuse, and physical burnout that are plaguing leadership in today’s churches. Thankfully, Jackson’s “disease” isn’t terminal. Her book will help ministers of all shapes and sizes pursue God’s work in a healthy, passionate, and creative environment.
Buy the book from Amazon.com"
books...
Thank you so much for all of the book orders...
Just wanted to let you know that, if you ordered your books on Friday, they will ship today! If you ordered them on Saturday, they'll ship tomorrow...
(Fulfillment is hard work.)
Friday, February 6, 2009
cleaning out the closet: get 'coffeehouse gospel' free
Our condo's outside closet is packed, so I need to get rid of some of my book inventory to help make room for other stuff.
So for a limited time, when you buy one of my books--Churched, Hokey Pokey, the Christian Culture Survival Guide, etc--here, you'll receive my book "Coffeehouse Gospel" free!
(Of course, while my supplies last.)
Pretty sweet, huh? OK, so it's only sort of sweet, but you'll be helping me make room in the storage closet for baby junk!
So click here and buy a book. And I'll send you CG as a big ole thank you!
So for a limited time, when you buy one of my books--Churched, Hokey Pokey, the Christian Culture Survival Guide, etc--here, you'll receive my book "Coffeehouse Gospel" free!
(Of course, while my supplies last.)
Pretty sweet, huh? OK, so it's only sort of sweet, but you'll be helping me make room in the storage closet for baby junk!
So click here and buy a book. And I'll send you CG as a big ole thank you!
Wednesday, February 4, 2009
dick, dick, dick...
That's what Dick said when Politico.com asked him about President Obama's new policies on Guantanamo Bay.
Here's the link.
Monday, February 2, 2009
Sunday, February 1, 2009
fifth time was hopeful
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