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116 Member Tedashii’s album is out…and it’s bangin

May 28, 2009

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Over the last several month’s I have gotten pretty close with my boy Sho Baraka, but even before that I had much love for them 116 boy’s, and Tedashii is no exception. I got the new album early, and let me  tell you…it’s hot, and here’s why: Gospel Centered…these guys have always been thorough in… [Read more…]

What Makes Your Heart Beat Faster?

May 28, 2009

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When I try to think about what I want to do with the rest of my life, everything seems to fall into one category, that can take several different shapes. Being a part of shaping people’s lives makes my heart beat faster. What I mean by that is that it gets me going, it is… [Read more…]

The long road to Charleston…and back home again: Certain death and being stranded

May 25, 2009

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We left for Charleston on Friday to go and spend the weekend.  I spoke Sunday morning at Santuary Church, and we had a great time. The entire weekend was great…Shawn and his team were amazing hosts. Getting there was another issue all together. Last Wednesday we went to sears and bought four brand new tires.… [Read more…]

Has Christian America Come to an End? BY Mark Driscoll

May 21, 2009

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By Mark Driscoll Pastor, Mars Hill Church Has Christian America come to an end? That question has been hotly debated since Newsweek published their recent feature story reporting that the number of Americans claiming no religious affiliation has nearly doubled since 1990. Additionally, the percentage of self-identified Christians has dropped ten points in the past… [Read more…]

Return to Sender

May 14, 2009

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Yesterday I had the privilege (sarcasm) to pick up two children from a foster home, where their things had been loaded up in boxes and set to go prior to their arriving home from school. When they stepped off of the bus, their excitement at seeing my vehicle in the drive (I was supposed to… [Read more…]

Killer Caught-Bittersweet at Best

May 8, 2009

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Several months ago I posted a blog about a shooting that took place right across the street from our loft. Just now there was breaking news that the primary shooter had been caught. This is a great comfort to us and our community, but by in large it can be no more than bitter sweet.… [Read more…]

Sometimes I have to be Silly…and This Makes Me So Happy, because it is Just Freakin Ridiculous

May 8, 2009

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This is amazing

How Do You Understand What Follows Death?

May 5, 2009

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This morning I was listening to the radio on the way to work. I love morning radio, because it borders on ridiculous everyday, but seemingly informs the worldview of millions. This particular morning they were wrapping up a competition called, “Lose the weight or lose your property” and one contestant had made the commitment to… [Read more…]

I Just Saw a Drug Bust Happen Across the Street from me

May 4, 2009

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It’s amazing that where I live I can watch drug dealers get arrested, and then go and sit in the shadows of large dogwoods in front of mansions. I know I have belabored this point over several posts, but I don’t feel I can do enough to expose this horrible dichotomy of people and resources.… [Read more…]

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