3 Things the Church Can Learn from the World’s Best Chefs
The church can learn a lot from the best restaurants in America. Over the past few weeks I’ve been watching Chef’s Table on Netflix and been amazed. Each episode draws the viewer into the mind of one particular chef as we discover their drive and passion for cooking. There are 3 important things every church can learn from these talented chefs. 1. Passion Regardless of the chef, there is an absolute passion that drives them. They give their all to every dish. Passion propels their creativity and pursuit of perfection, which results in breathtaking food. Imagine if the church and its ...
Jesus is Not Your Boyfriend
Jesus does not want to be your boyfriend. But, if you spend too much time around many churches today, you might think differently. In fact, I think this idea has become so ingrained in our churches, most of us don’t even recognize it’s there (or a problem). But, it’s a huge problem, and can be especially confusing to a man attending church for the first time. So, I’d like to share 3 ways the church unintentionally encourages this idea and how we can change it. 3 Ways the Church Makes Jesus Your Boyfriend 1. What Jesus looks like. Whenever you ...
10 Worship Videos to Make You Laugh
Here's a little Worship Humor. If we can't laugh at ourselves, who can we laugh at? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3RJBd8zE48A https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iz17Ugnz6rg https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=90iTjOhItp4 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=piZq6aX4wDQ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GhYuA0Cz8ls https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kXB02cG-46g https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NHT7_Ku4iPE https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tTYr3JuueF4 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WC8Kwkxk-BI https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q-9MyMbWPOA
15 Great Worship Songs to Start Your Day
Every once in a while I'll sit down and listen to some worship music. But, I'm always forgetting who plays the songs I like and I'll ask our church's worship leader, "Hey, who sings that song that goes, 'Aaaaamen....'?" He usually tries but has trouble narrowing it down from the terribly sung one line or word I give him. So, I figured I'd make my list and share it, in case you're also trying to find some songs to like. 1. Hillsong- Born is the King https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Qf6OoAZbAQg 2. Gungor- Beautiful Things https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Is6weMrenls 3. Kristian Stanfill- Jesus Paid it All https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=brVIlXlJRkQ 4. ...