Archive for February, 2008

Acts, the Gospel Funnel.

Here we go with the definitions again …
funnel – A conical utensil with a small hole or narrow tube at the apex used to channel the flow of a substance into a container.
The book of Acts, as J. Vernon McGee points out, is like a funnel.  Prior to Acts, we see the four gospels, [...]

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Laughing 11.

Maybe it’s time to cut back on the use of technology in our house….
After telling the 4 year old that I was concerned because I couldn’t talk to Daddy since the instant messenger system was down, he walks over to the phone, picks it up, puts it in my hand, and very casually says, “Here”!

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Acts is a Verb.

The word, acts, is defined as:

To play the part of; assume the dramatic role of.

To perform on the stage

To behave like or pose as; impersonate

To behave as suitable for.

These definitions could assume a lot about the typical church goer.  Definition #1 often describes those who “play” church.  Unfortunately, many people make a point to go [...]

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Act-ing.

Recently, I was led to begin an in-depth study of the book of Acts.  I am challenged to question all that I know and have grown up knowing about the church and its’ purpose. 
The questions I will ask are the “Who, What, When, Where, and How’s”?  Who is the church?  What is the church doing?  When is [...]

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What to say?

Okay, I’ve removed the Christmas lights and redecorated a little, now I’m left with the question, “What do I blog about?” 
Hmmm……random thoughts:
I stayed up until 2:00 a.m. just to read through and comment on my favorite blogs.  Hopefully this will get easier (and quicker). 
I’ve spent an hour and a half just scrolling through header photos [...]

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Rising Again.

Whew!  We’re back!  It’s been a long vacation, but well worth the visit.  Refocusing on priorities, revisiting purpose, and spending some much needed time with family — a break worth taking!!
 I’m so glad that you all have given me grace to be gone for a while.  Thank you for the encouragement to return to blogging. 
I [...]

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