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Let's Change The World!

  • Tue, Aug 24, 2010

Max Lucado in EthiopiaWe can be the change we want to see in the world.

Last Thursday, pastor Max Lucado shared his extraordinary plan to outlive his life with pastors all across the U.S. over a conference call.  Expressing that one of his personal goals is to see 25,000 children living in poverty sponsored, he invited the pastors and their congregation to help him by attending the "Make A Difference Tour."  Max will be joined on the nationwide 20-city tour by Toby Mac, Third Day and Michael W. Smith.

Max's new book, "Outlive Your Life," is a powerful study on ...

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Die Hard Fans

  • Mon, Jun 28, 2010

Soccer Ball KickGlory and honor.  This is what awaits those who win the World Cup.  Pride and bragging rights are what the winning country earns.

How long, however, will it last?  Who really remembers who won the 2006 and 2002 world cups, let alone the world cups from 20-30 years ago?  Don't get me wrong.  I love watching the games and cheered like crazy during the 2002 world cup game where South Korea sadly lost against Turkey and ended up in 4th place.  Nonetheless, these games don't bring about any lasting changes.

Who are the real heroes in your life ...

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Instant Godliness?

  • Fri, May 28, 2010

Kiyong and CarolynOur society is all about instant gratification.

Need evidence? Just go to the grocery store! There are aisles upon aisles of instant noodles, microwave dinners and other pre-made meals.  We like the quick, efficient and hassle free solutions to our daily "problems."

I'm not bashing the innovations of our modern society or the convenience that comes with it. In fact, I quite enjoy it.  I take full advantage of microwave lasagna when I need a quick fix.  I am, however, asking whether or not I allow this philosophy of instant gratification to permeate into things that matter the most ...

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