The Cool Table
Do you remember the school cafeterias of your childhood? As you think back on that scenario, try to block out the troublesome memories of cardboard pizza and mystery meat. Think about the social drama that played out there. For some it was ‘the best of times’ and for others, maybe ‘the worst of times.’ The big question for many of us was, “do I get to sit at the cool table?” When I was really young, there were a couple things that seemed like an instant ticket to the cool table. If you could get a fresh pair of Reebok pumps or L.A. Lights, you were in!
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Keep Calm and Carry On
"Keep Calm and Carry On." Originally intended to boost morale in the life of war-stricken citizens in Great Britain during WWII, these words have made a surprising comeback. “Keep Calm and Carry On” is now on t-shirts, stickers, and everything in between to help the next generation forget about their problems. In a culture of “YOLO” and instant gratification, there still remains a lot of worry, anxiety, and stress going on in the lives of college students.
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The One Thing You'll Remember From College (So Don't Miss It!)
If you are anything like every other college student in the world, then you know that finishing your semester is a challenge, especially if you want to finish well! You may be experiencing these emotions: you’ve already checked out (since spring break!), you’re homesick, you’re overwhelmed with school work, you’ve been thinking too much about the “next thing”, or you may be graduating and you’re full of a myriad of emotions.
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The Power of Music
About a month ago I heard a sermon entitled “The Extreme Measures of Repentance”. I left that sermon contemplating how I, as a Christ follower, could be a little more extreme in loving others and growing in my walk with Christ. One idea that came to mind was to only listen to Christian music for one month. It was just a personal challenge, so please don’t think I'm saying that you must do this to be a "real" Christian. But, here are a few things I learned:
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The Easter Response
This past Sunday, billions of people went to church to celebrate the resurrection of Jesus. In some churches, ladies wore beautiful new dresses and hats; in others, there was an Easter-egg hunt after the service. You may have gone to church, heard a powerful sermon on the empty tomb, and then had a picnic by the lake with your family. Regardless of how you or anyone else celebrated Easter Sunday, the important matter is how you will live in light of the risen Jesus.
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The Greatest Adventure
God has been teaching and forming me in deep, deep ways since graduating college. He has given me a beautiful bride (my wife, Rachel), multiple jobs, more money than ever, more bills than ever, and (hopefully here soon) a beautiful home on my own little piece of Kentucky. Wow. I am a blessed, blessed man. My heart is full.
But I have sensed ‘boredom’. And not boredom I have ever experienced before – something different – boredom with a unique, dangerous design to derail my life with Christ.
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Big Blue Celebration
“Go CATS!” In my little corner of the world those two little words unify everyone. Old, young, black, white, rich, poor, fanatic or just casual occupant of Kentucky, nearly everyone loves the Kentucky Wildcats. During March Madness this is especially true: if there is a lull in conversation, just simply ask, “So, how about them Cats?” and you are sure to reignite the convo.
As I rode around campus on a moped with one of my best friends waving a huge UK flag, honking, waving, and shouting “Go CATS!” (at age 27 mind you!) a thought crossed my mind… What on earth would cause a fully grown man to spontaneously react in such a way?
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Celebrating Your Re-Birthday
Last Friday I turned 28 years old! Birthdays are a reminder of the what has been, a marker of where you are, and a celebration of life to come! But more importantly, on April 2nd (two days from now), I will celebrate seven years of being in a redeemed relationship with God. I can’t wait to celebrate this! Why? Remembering what God has done in our lives encourages and moves us to love Him even more.
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"You're Worse Than You Thought"
Here we go...we’re going to talk about the “s” word today: sin.
The Bible has a lot to say about it, but things can get pretty uncomfortable when we bring it up. This concept may have even turned you or someone you know away from Christianity at some point. But hang with me, there’s something important for us to see.
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