Come now, let us reason together, says the Lord: though your sins are like scarlet, they shall be as white as snow; though they are red like crimson, they shall become like wool.
- Isaiah 1:18
Where do you store your treasure? November 9, 2009
Things i wouldn’t mind:
- A swim
- A new CD
- A good book
- A walk
- Lunch
- Physics
- An Xbox night
- A girlfriend
- A new guitar
- A car
- More money
Things i really want:
- Year 12 formal. So excited!
- Schoolies
- A job. Somewhat.
- A jetpack or rocket chair.
- Camp!
- An Aston Martin, please.
- A new bible
- A lamington
- To see my friends
- A big family holiday
Things i need:
- Jesus
When you look at it that way, you realise what really matters.
BOOM, SMACKDOWN! October 27, 2009
Here’s William Lane Craig discussing 5 things that cant be proven by science, but in which every rational person believes. Don’t hear me wrong, i enjoy science, but it’s fallible, and so often scholars and individuals will take their faith in science too far. It’s a shame the video doesn’t show the counter argument, but give this a watch!
The heavens declare the glory of God; the skies proclaim the work of his hands.
Long time, no see October 20, 2009
Yup, i haven’t had a hero of the week for a particularly long time! This time it’s slightly different.
My hero of the week goes to whoever started this site. Tell you what, it’s an excellent resource and a very strong case for life. Be sure to check out some of the articles, videos, and merch (the shirts go cheap!)
Here’s probably the most tame of the videos on the site. Some show graphic images, just so you know, however they will warn you too. Those images will change you (in a good way, i assure you!)
A historic look at the slew of high-profile events which largely kept the public’s eye off the Supreme Court’s tragic rulings in Roe vs. Wade and Doe vs. Bolton.
Warm fuzzy up for grabs!
Piper on prosperity October 19, 2009
I do like written posts (and believe me, im partway through a long one!), but i think videos, especially when i have little time, have an incredible ability to evoke our emotions and thought through visual and audible methods. That’s why i post videos more recently, sorry if you don’t like that!
Here’s John Piper on the prosperity gospel. John Piper is a powerful speaker, I’m sure you guys who read this are well familiarised with him and his views, and the many pastors he’s associated with. If you aren’t, be sure to check him out!
Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death,
I will fear no evil
for you are with me;
your rod and your staff,
they comfort me.
Can you pass the Kindergarten Test? October 15, 2009
Knowing you guys who read this, I’d say you’ll have a laugh here:
Procrastination is the grave in which opportunity is buried.
Goobers October 15, 2009
I recently went on another awesome, and in fact my final (as a camper), Anglican Youthworks Camp. My camera broke early on, so i have limited photos, but here’s some highlights! (click to view full quality)
We give thanks to God always for all of you, constantly mentioning you in our prayers, remembering before our God and Father your work of faith and labor of love and steadfastness of hope in our Lord Jesus Christ. For we know, brothers loved by God, that he has chosen you, because our gospel came to you not only in word, but also in power and in the Holy Spirit and with full conviction.
Salvation September 23, 2009
This video gives me tingles.
Amen.
Note: There is a slightly different version of this, without the ending prayer, that focusses on the cross as a bridge across the chasm. Not much different. you can find it here.
Sweet sweet tunes September 19, 2009
I seriously love music. New music, to me, is pretty much the best feeling in the whole wide world. So today when i purchased Muse’s “Black Holes and Revelations“, i was very excited to hear a band i haven’t really heard any of. Well, it paid off! On my to buy list, also, are:
- The Black Keys
- The White Stripes
- The Beatles, a remastered one. Probably let it be, the white album, or rubber soul
- Bob Marley
and more. Check em out!
ESV or NIV? September 7, 2009
THIS is an article i recommend you read. In fact, if you do nothing else today, at least make sure you read this. John Piper discusses the advantages and disadvantages of paraphrasing such as in the NIV, and the literal translation of the NASB. He argues that, ultimately,
“I would like to see the English Standard Version become the most common Bible of the English-speaking church, for preaching, teaching, memorizing, and study.”
Why does he say this? Well,
“the ESV is the best balance available of readability and literalness. I hope that it becomes the standard for the church.”
He talks about both the benefits and dangers of various versions of the bible, but strongly reminds readers that God’s word is God’s word
“I would rather have people read any translation of the Bible—no matter how weak—than to read no translation of the Bible. If there could be only one translation in English, I would rather it be my least favorite than that there be none. God uses every version to bless people and save people.”
