Calling Heaven

My good friends produced this video for our church. Here is the caption, "Ever feel like no one's listening when you pray? Maybe this looks familiar. Fortunately, God really does hear us"



To hear the sermon series, click here

The Bible Experience

I first heard of this back in October. A friend of mine bought this and absolutely LOVES it! It is called the Bible Experience. An audio Bible read by incredible actors and actresses. People like Denzel Washington, Blair Underwood, Angela Basset, Samuel L. Jackson, and more...

If you don't like reading the Bible, this may be right up your alley!

Here is a promo.

Grease vs. The Apprentice

Two new reality shows debuted Sunday night. One was much better than the other.

Grease: You're the one that I want


A takeoff of American Idol, even down to the cranky British judge and the terrible auditions. I want to give this one a chance because I like the concept, but it was really done poorly. They are going to have to really step it up when it moves to the final 12, or else this show will fizzle fast!

The Apprentice


This is not the same ole Apprentice. Trump realizes that he had to change the format up some to keep viewers interested. I like the new twists. Winners get to live in the mansion (losers in tents), nice rewards, and even get to sit in the boardroom. Plus, winning project managers get to stay project manager until they lose. The changes add a whole new dimension to the game.

The show has enough A-Type personalities to keep things juicy - and as always - Trump steals the show. I think this season may work.

Oh yeah, don't forget

What is Baptism all about???

Today's lesson was on Baptism. What is it all about? What does it really mean? Why should I consider it? Read Luke 3:1-22

The best lesson I have ever heard on the subject was done about a year ago by Andy Stanley: Baptism - What's the Big Deal? (The inspriation for this lesson)

Quick Summary
- You will find many churches do it differently.
- Scripture should be the authority on this and not the traditions of the church.
- The word baptizo (Greek) means to wash, dip, immerse. It was a common word.
- Baptism is a public declaration of a new association
- Baptism for us means that we are publically associating ourselves with Jesus and his message.

If you have never been "washed" - my suggestion is to at least think about it.
Take these two steps in your investigation:
1) Listen to Andy's message linked above.
2) Talk to your local church, and if you are ready - then take the plunge!

We would love to hear stories or comments and invite anyone to share their past or upcoming experiences.