Tuesday, March 13, 2012

Tuesday Quick Quote

" Since much wealth too often proves a snare and an incumbrance in the Christian's race , let him lighten the weight by ' dispersing abroad and giving to the poor ' ; whereby he will both soften the pilgrimage of his fellow travelers , and speed his own way faster".   
                                                                                                                 Augustus Toplady  

Monday, March 12, 2012

Monday Musings

Kirk Cameron - I mentioned this before about Kirk calling the acts of homosexuality as unnatural and gay "marriage " as destructive on a major talk show , the vitriol and backlash that has been labeled at him has been a clear sign of a world in full and complete perversion and handed over to their lust and sin. The enemies of God do not want open and fair dialogue , but only wish to silence all critical  interaction with the subject they deem taboo. Be it homosexuality or abortion . To proclaim the truth of God's word and declare a biblical moral standard concerning these things , you are labelled a bigot , anti-female , homophobic ,hate speech ,  promoting a  out dated and irrelevant view. But they do not want to debate or dialogue with anyone like Cameron who holds to the truth of God's revealed word . They only wish to shout you down and attack you personally , sad beyond measure.


The Danger of Seeker Sensitive Movement - The weakness of this movement will become more apparent in time as the world shifts towards a more open view on all expressions of sexuality , be it gay , fornication , adultery etc.. If you are going to keep your pews full and the money coming , instead of calling a spade a spade , you will find ways to make the waters murky and like the smiling pastor , dance around these issues so as not to offend anyone. Then of course you have the shaping of worship time that is more comfortable for the unbeliever , instead of God being at the center of your worship , you make a unrepentant sinner the center . This can only lead to a watered down bunch of drivel , cloaked in Jesus speak . The sheep will be unfed and weak . This movement may have numbers but from all I have read from studies , the depth of doctrinal understanding is shallow and weak. May God raise up men again to preach the word boldly and with unction and conviction.

Watching Entertainment  -  I do watch some TV . Many probably watch way too much during the week but that is not what I wish to say . I really have no problem with watching stories . God gave us imaginations and in the visual arts , even the secular mind cannot escape certain themes of mercy ,justice, redemption , forgiveness , purpose etc.. and those are the things I look for when deciding if a show is worth my time .  The same with movies as well . They don't have to be explicitly Christian ,but I'm drawn towards shows with these type of themes.  The key word I would say to anyone is discern . Use your mind and watch with a critical mindset. Don't watch passively . No question , there are some shows that just cannot be watched at all but many may be worth your time . In watching them  it can also give you a insight to the culture around you as well .

On a Lighter Note -  I did not get a chance to see the new Muppet Movie , so I look forward to renting it when it soon will be released . All I read form sites I trust in general have truly liked it. There has always been something intrinsically hopefully about the Muppets , and in today's age , it was nice to see the Movie do well . Perhaps once I see it , I may give a quick review .

Thursday, March 8, 2012

Thursday Follies



I love this film , and this scene is a classic . It gets me laughing every time .

Wednesday, March 7, 2012

Mirror , Mirror On the Wall

We love to point fingers and sling lies and mud at others. Its like it comes as easy as breathing . Often we even like to look at others in the news and say , see how evil those people or that person is . We want to compare and justify how good we are . So when we look at that mirror in the morning , we want to see the moral perfect delusion we percieve  ourselves to be.

Tuesday, March 6, 2012

Tuesday Quotes





Just think about this statement from the great Puritan Theologian and think about how many today talk of numbers , not disciples in Church growth .  




"The great business of the church is not our number by addition, but by grace, by growing up in Christ" ~John Owen

Monday, March 5, 2012

Monday Musings

Recently former teen heart throb , Kirk Cameron , was interviewed on Piers Morgan program on CNN . He commented about homosexuality  when he was asked about his view . It has the been the buzz within the entertainment world because can you imagine , that since Kirk is a Christian , voiced his opinion that it is unnatural and destructive to humanity . That it is sinful and needs to be repented of by turning to Jesus for forgiveness . Well Piers Morgan was shocked of course as has most of the Hollywood machine. The nerve of a Christian to hold to the truth of God's revealed will for humans that marriage is only between a man and woman . The sad thing even though Kirk was polite and well spoken , some of the comments aimed at him have been less than polite . Am I surprised , not.  Truly a society under the judgement of God.

There have been a horrible rash of deadly tornadoes in the US , which has lead to a death toll of 39 as it stands right now , with many more injured and homeless . The stories are heartbreaking and moving. The question why would God allow such a thing will be heard . Some will say it wasn't God who allowed these things to happen but if we hold to the truth of scripture , God is in full control. There is a real time to declare this truth but may we now pray for those affected . 




Thursday, March 1, 2012

Thursday Follies



In all the history of  TV , very few characters are as iconic as the Fonz from Happy Days . I watched this show every week till Ron Howards character , Richie Cunningham left.  The shows chemistry revolved around  Richie and the Fonz and what guy didn't want to be the Fonz . Hey !!! Two thumbs up.