Samson: lovely locks or wicked dreads?
1.0: So… the book of Judges tells me that Samson never cut his hair. how long do you think it got? Do you think such a manly man wouldave kept it well groomed? Or do you think that it would’ve gotten all “Robinson Crusoe” on him? 2.0: (no response) 1.0: really? but don’t hold back… Read more »
AHHHHHHHHH!!!!!!!!!!! (ahhhhh?….AAAhhhh…)
Dudes and Dudets, (i love the fact that i can start this thing with THAT intro) let me warn you first of all: being a weird nerd-man allows me the opportunity to let my nerd-motions (nerd emotions… try to keep up here) to completely take control and let me start rapping off ner-deas (nerd ideas)…. Read more »
Are you ready for your dome-piece to explode? I thought so… but it’s ok… it’s one of those good type of explosions. Not the kind where brains go all over the place or anything… more like an awesome explosion, kinda like when the guys in the circus get into the huge cannon and fly across… Read more »
so: i’m not quite sure if you know this, but I’m awesome at relationships. I’m so awesome that it’ll probably make you throw up a little… just ask any of my remaining friends. actually… i’m just kidding: i have LOTS and LOTS of friends, and they rarely ever puke. Understandably, you may believe that due… Read more »
Kicking Me in the Butt (wait… can I say “butt” on this thing?)
Have you ever had one of those “light bulb going off” moments as you suddenly realize “holy crap! I am doing things all wrong” (note: crap isn’t actually holy… it’s just a colloquialism. also note: the word “colloquialism” is a great example of Dictionary.com making me sound smarter than I actually am. further note: you have… Read more »
This month at Awakening, our focus has been on prayer, and I am so excited for what God is doing through that. I honestly believe there is nothing better we can do that will produce more favorable results or have more impact in this world for the kingdom of God. As I have been committed… Read more »
How to keep a Backslide from becoming a Landslide
This last weekend we closed out our Crave series and talked about how to keep a backslide from becoming a landslide. As a part of the application was to take a specific area where you struggle and memorize a passage from God’s Word that addresses it. Below are a list of topics, take time and… Read more »
“’My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.’ Therefore I will boast all the more gladly about my weaknesses, so that Christ’s power may rest on me. That is why, for Christ’s sake, I delight in weaknesses, in insults, in hardships, in persecutions, in difficulties. For when I am… Read more »
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Here are the notes from this last Sunday night…you can listen to the message online Every relationship no matter how good or godly will experience friction. Conflict is normal & inevitable. Why? – Fallen World [John 16:33] – Beliefs [Acts 15:1-35] – Perspective [Acts 36-41] – Preference/Personality [Phil. 4:2-3] – Selfishness [James 4:1-3] Conflict is… Read more »
Hebrews 3:7-8 ESV Therefore, as the Holy Spirit says, “Today, if you hear his voice, do not harden your hearts as in the rebellion…” I recently came back from my 3rd trip to Vegas in 6 months. Now, for those of you who know me, this is far out of my comfort zone. I like… Read more »
Why the Burlesons are Headed to Zimbabwe
The Auers will be hosting an info & dessert night for Ryan, Amanda, and Hope Burleson and their move to Zimbabwe on Thursday, February 24th. Check out the Facebook event for details and/or to RSVP. — A little over two years ago, Amanda and I were burdened with a desire to give our lives in… Read more »