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Blessed By The Misfits

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Two years ago, I did a series at my church called “Misfit Magnet.” It was all about the kind of people Jesus attracted. And, of course, the series referenced the Island of Misfit Toys from the classic Rudolph the Red Nosed Reindeer TV special.

From time to time, we need to be reminded to suspend judgement and just love people. We have a tendency to surround ourselves with a homogenized group of people who think, believe, look, act, and smell like us.

Here’s a little different take on the subject of misfits… Read More

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Have A Laugh. Maybe Win.

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The best thing to do on Fridays is to have a laugh or maybe even win something. So, here’s your chance to do both…

 

1. FREE—Jute Drawstring Backpack With A Surprise Inside.

Just comment below and you will be automatically entered to win a jute drawstring backpack with a nifty surprise inside. Two winners will be selected and announced tonight… Read More

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It’s Just Average

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I wish my church had cool features like hidden passageways or catacombs, but nope. There’s nothing particularly cool or unique about our building.

It’s not ancient enough or brand new enough to be cool. It’s just average.

No fountain. No outdoor fireplace. No bookstore. No gym. No library.

In fact, there is nothing stand-outish about our facilities. They just kinda blend in… Read More

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Another Reason Your Church Is Better

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My church just doesn’t measure up.

While other churches are describing themselves as “One church, three locations,” or “One church, fifteen locations,” we don’t even bother to announce that we are “One church, one location.” Although, I did once consider calling our Mother’s Room the “South Campus” because it has a live feed of our service and it’s south of our auditorium… until I realized we couldn’t give tours of our South Campus because of the moms nursing babies in there. Awkward.

 Since we don’t have the McChurch franchise thing going on (yet anyway), your church is better than mine.

Here’s another one: our worship leader doesn’t have a beard. I mean, how is that even possible in 2013??!!?!?? I think you’re starting to get the picture: your church is better than mine… Read More

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Your Church Is Better

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Your church is better than mine

And I’m good with that.

To me, better isn’t the issue anyway. We’re different. I think we should be.

My church doesn’t do everything well, and it can’t.

The “my _______ is better than your _______” feels like a sassy elementary school yard conversation, don’t you think?

I can’t imagine how that type of comparison honors our Father… Read More

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Friday Funz

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It’s Friday and time for the funz ( I know, that’s not a word). Anyway, I just want to help you smile, laugh, and/or win something. Time for the funz…

 

1. FREE—Jute Drawstring Backpack With A Surprise Inside.

Just comment below and you will be automatically entered to win a jute drawstring backpack with a pretty cool surprise inside… Read More

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WHITE KNUCKLE RIDE

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Here is a sneak peek at chapter 3 of the book I wrote this summer (hopefully coming soon)…

White knuckle ride, I’m on it. It’s not so easy to control, pressure. It’s not so easy to control, pressure. There’s no easy way to make it better. —Jamiroquai (White Knuckle Ride)

Then wolves will live in peace with lambs, and leopards will lie down to rest with goats. Calves, lions, and young bulls will eat together, and a little child will lead them. —Isaiah (Isaiah 11.6 NCV)

3. KNUCKLES

I’m not much of a thrill-seeker; I’m no adrenaline junkie. In fact, there are more theme park rides that I won’t go on than I will. I have rules for this… Read More