Adventures in Syberspace

Genesis 1 as REM might have done it

Thought of the Day, September 23

"We are made in the image of God, and have no say in the matter. We do not choose most things about our existence: to be alive, to inherit traits from our families, to be raised the way that we are. If freedom is defined as wholly autonomous choice made in a vacuum devoid of external influence, then freedom is impossible. If we are seeking self-invention, then there is no hope for us. However, if we can finally come to accept the inherent and irreversible limitations of being humans made in the image of God, living in a world that belongs to God, the path of freedom opens before us. We can either see our very existence as an affront because we did not choose it, or we can accept what we are and move forward."      ~Heather Hughes

Treating Students Like We Treat Adults

Here's my latest Youthworker Journal article, discussing the idea of treating youth like adults. Let me know what you think!

http://www.youthworker.com/youth-ministry-resources-ideas/youth-ministry/11652546/

Video from Acuña

This is the video that gives a snapshot of our time in Acuña, Mexico this year. Filmed mostly by me, edited by Jonathan Goff. Facebook users: click here. (There is also an extended version with a little added silliness, available here).

 

 

 

Where is your hope?

Click the link below to listen to the sermon I preached at Christ Church this past weekend on "Where is Your Hope?" from Psalms 42 and 43. You can also listen at cclf.org.



Download sermon here.

Germophobia to a new level

This is the Safe-T-Guard, a small paper towel dispenser JUST for grabbing the door handle when you leave this hotel bathroom. Honestly, it's getting out of control. Also, I thought we were supposed to be getting greener. Green vs. Germ? Germ wins here.

The "Bad Chili Dog" at Shady Grove, Austin TX

Foot long, half pound hot dog covered in chili and cheese. Must be eaten with knife and fork. My cousin Tim could only finish half.

The boy can whistle

Foster's school had a variety show and here's what he chose to do. Gentlemen, kindly remove your hats.

 

 

 

Robin nest in our backyard

Baby want food!

Diet Coke and Mentos and Foster's Party

Highlight of the party, without question.