“What is the worst thing you can do for your teeth?” I asked my dentist..
- Meth
- Not flossing
- Mountain dew
- Lemons
Wow the worse things you can do for your teeth… Surprising
Here is a tip to keeping them healthy
Dentist Visit
31
Aug
Why take notes?
2
Aug
Because small actions make big impressions.
The visual act of taking notes says:
1. I think you’re smart.
2. You’re saying something worth writing down.
3. I’m willing and anxious to learn.
4. I’m contentious.
-Guy Kawasaki
Do you take notes?
This week we are at New Life Church in Little Rock, Arkansas for another ARC Basic Training. Our first night, was spent in Kidslife. WoW! There were two AmAzInG things to point out. The first is how much energy those kids have. I don’t remember having that much energy when I was a kid. Second, kids ministry really doesn’t have to be expensive. This guy in the sun glasses had them entertain by running around with a stick horse. They played some fun games too.
Check out the video of the TP WAR!
(uploaded from a cracked Android)
I finished another book. This one was awesome. I love Pastor Craig Groeschel’s book’s.
Five Awseome Takeaways – The Christian Atheist by Craig Groeschel
- The Tag Line- Believing in God but living like he doesn’t exist.
- No fights before marriage. He and his wife didn’t have a fight until 3 years into their marriage. People said that Courtney and I had to have a fight (disagreement) before we got married. Thanks for the advice. NOT
- Preparation- studying and thinking about what you’ll say will give you confidence. Especially in sharing your faith He used this verse: “Always be prepared to give an answer to everyone who asks you to give the reason for the hope that you have.” 1 Peter 3:15 Sharing my faith is difficult for me. If I spend time in preparation maybe this will get easier/ more effective.
- He say’s this one pretty well so here is a picture from the book :
- He was addicted to adrenaline. I’m still getting over mine.
The BIG news
21
Jul
If you haven’t heard, “I’m Getting Married!”
The life I have always wanted…
Here it is:
“But what happens when we live God’s way? He brings gifts into our lives, much the same way that fruit appears in an orchard—things like affection for others, exuberance about life, serenity. We develop a willingness to stick with things, a sense of compassion in the heart, and a conviction that a basic holiness permeates things and people. We find ourselves involved in loyal commitments,23 not needing to force our way in life, able to marshal and direct our energies wisely.”
Gal 5:22
I haven’t been able to get away from that verse for three weeks. Every time I pick up my little message bible I have to read it one more time. It’s like something you have always wanted but didn’t think was possible. I want everything it describes.
Cool video/study
21
Jul
Check out this interesting video on what motivates us.
It’s All About Me
12
Jul
“You have to recognize what season of life you are in,” He said in response to my question
“Guy, it’s all about you!” -MK
Everyone should have important people in their life. Someone who can give you advice and tell you when you are about to blow it. One of those people for me is Matt Keller.
Last week he was explaining ministry responsibility.
He began to tell me 3 phases of a Christian’s life. (He learned them from a book.)
Divine Foundation (Phase 1)
Happens from birth to 18 years old. This is when the foundation is poured. God is setting up things when you don’t even know it. Maybe I grew up hunting, shooting guns, home schooling and in church for a reason.
Second Phase
1st or primarily God is working in the leader. Secondary God is working through the leader.
He stresses this is the phase I am in now. (hints the title of the post.)
Third Phase
It flips… God works primarily through the leader. And secondary is what God does in the leader.
What God is Doing
Some girls think its all about them. That’s another topic. What I am talking about is realizing that God is working on us and training us so we can be used. He cares enough about us to train us. Clearly, I am in the second phase. God does more in me than he does through me. I’m finally okay with that. A few years ago, I would be trying to force my way to the next phase. But I learning to enjoy the season of life that I am in.
I found this little piece of paper. I kind like the simple questions. Its funny how easy they are to answer when your 8. Why do they get more difficult the older you get?
Today I had lunch alone at Jason’s Deli. Don’t feel sorry for me. Time alone is enjoyable plus I really wanted to read some of Billy (my boss’s) old leadership notes.
As I began to eat, I couldn’t help but notice four little kids come in. Three boys with blonde hair and one little girl. Their moms got in line to order while the kids rushed off to get a table.
“Who is the meanest girl? Who is the nicest boy?”
Asked the little girl while she was looking at her kindergarten yearbook. The boys would point to a picture after each question.
First, I thought, aren’t little kids cute. Then it hit me, bad habits start so young. We learn to judge and rank people from an early age. I wish I wasn’t guilty, but I am.
Solution:
As you know, much of my so called “wisdom” comes from movies. So here goes…
“Calling somebody else fat won’t make you any skinnier. Calling someone stupid doesn’t make you any smarter. And ruining Regina George’s life definitely didn’t make me any happier. All you can do in life is try to solve the problem in front of you.” – Cady from Mean Girls
Will take that little girl as long as me to start figuring this out?
Peter Haas Video
7
Jul
Top 5 quotes from this video:
5. You guys suckered me into church planting.
4. Maybe we made a mistake. Lord how could you do this.
3. Everyone will have a low moment. Always pray never give up!
2. How could I quit pastoring to plant a church?
1. Naivete is the greatest spiritual gift for church planting.