October 2011
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Happy New Year...huh?
Yeah, I haven’t blogged the entire year of 2011. #EpicFail on my part. So, anyway, I thought I’d wish a happy new year to those of you that didn’t get one from me.
December 2010
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“Hear, O Israel: The LORD our God, the LORD is one. Love the LORD your God with...”
– Deuteronomy 6:4-9
October 2010
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3 Great Events Tonight (SoCal)
If you’re in Southern California and do not have anything to do tonight, here are three great events you can be a part of that actually make a difference.
Restore Tour: Child Solider No More
This epic live event tells a tale of the tragedy and the triumph of the child soldiers and the greater community of northern Uganda, who have endured some of the worst atrocities known to man. Oasis...
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Another Facebook Fail - New Groups
I just don’t get it. Maybe it’s ‘cause I just saw The Social Network and my distaste for Mark Zuckerberg has been renewed, but Facebook’s New Groups suck!
I was in line at the movies last night when I received a notification that I had been added to a new Facebook Group. Huh? How did this happen? I didn’t request to be added to this particular group?
When I got...
Business Personality Type
You should have a general idea of your personality type. When it comes to business, however, I like the way William J.H. Boetcker defines the four classes of people: 1) Those who always do LESS than they are told. 2) Those who will do what they are told, but NO MORE. 3) Those who will do things WITHOUT being told. 4) Those who will INSPIRE others to do things. Which one are you & why? via...
September 2010
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Are Church Mailers a Total Waste of Money? →
Good article on using Facebook to reach your target group.
August 2010
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Adios Manny
Back in the summer of 2008, I was working in the marketing department of a bi-coastal law firm. I’ll never forget the excitement when our mail clerk told me that the Dodgers had just traded for Manny Ramirez.
I was excited because 1) I’ve been a Dodger fan my entire life and; 2) because our law firm had season tickets in the Dugout Club and a few more games reserved in the press box...
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God of Justice
For there is no difference between Jew and Gentile—the same Lord is Lord of all and richly blesses all who call on him for, “Everyone who calls on the name of the Lord will be saved.” How, then, can they call on the one they have not believed in? And how can they believe in the one of whom they have not heard? And how can they hear without someone preaching to them? And how can...
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WatchFriday Funnies: Honest Abe
Free iPad Scam Hits Facebook and Twitter [WARNING] →
mashable:
Have you seen a message on Facebook or Twitter offering a free iPad? If you have, it’s likely some of your friends have fallen victim to the latest…
July 2010
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April 2010
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The Social Costs of Pornography →
A few months back, I re-tumbled a post from MarriageTweets about the effects of watching pornography on relationships. The post generated more comments than this humble blog usually gets.
Earlier this month, the Witherspoon Institute released a report examining “the social costs of pornography,” signed by more than 50 scholars representing a wide array of professions, academic...
March 2010
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“Nearly all men can stand adversity, but if you want to test a mans character,...”
– Abraham Lincoln, 16th American president (1809-1865)
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“Painting is just another way of keeping a diary.”
– Pablo Picasso (1881 - 1973)
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“Pray also for me, that whenever I open my mouth, words may be given me so that I...”
– Ephesians 6:19 (NIV)
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“There is nothing like returning to a place that remains unchanged to find the...”
– Nelson Mandela, ‘A Long Walk to Freedom’
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Lausanne Conversation Gatherings on issues facing... →
djchuang:
The Third Lausanne Congress on World Evangelization is taking place in South Africa this October. While most of us won’t be able to travel to Cape Town, South Africa, to attend this Congress…
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Watchgary:
Too many people have forgotten how powerful a Thank You or a youre welcome can be. http://twitter.com/khennings/statuses/9907930138 Like where is CREST saying thnx to this happy customer?
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“The value of a man should be seen in what he gives and not in what he is able to...”
– Albert Einstein (via john5280)
February 2010
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Lent Update: 12 Days Without Twitter
It’s been an interesting 12 days since Lent began. Although there have been moments where I’ve been tempted to open up UberTwitter and tell the “world” what I just saw, smelled, or ate, I can honestly say that the break has been nice.
I’ve been able to complete some long overdue projects.
I had dinner with an old friend in town on business.
I haven’t had one...
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Repentance Over Romance: Or Why I'm Giving Up...
Growing up in the pentecostal tradition, I did not practice the season of Lent. The only thing I knew about it was that my Roman Catholic friends weren’t allowed to eat meat on Fridays and McDonald’s always seemed to bring out another Filet-o-Fish campaign.
As I began to study a little more about this season, I fell in love with it. Lent provides Christians everywhere with an...
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WatchAn entertaining look at how famous filmmakers might ‘direct’ the Super Bowl? Video courtesy of SlateV w/ a h/t to @Criterion.
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“Do all the good you can, by all the means you can, in all the ways you can, in...”
– John Wesley (via jodyearley)
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January 2010
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Video: #FollowFriday Todd Bishop & The X...
I was introduced to church planter Todd Bishop in May 2008. Todd serves as lead pastor of Point Community Church in Westbury, NY. Since meeting Todd, I’ve been challenged by his passion and vision for church planting, Long Island, and the Church.
On May 20, 2010, Todd and Point Community are sponsoring The X Conference, an exciting one day event for church leaders. Presenters include Mark...
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“Thankfulness is the beginning of gratitude. Gratitude is the completion of...”
– Henri Frédéric Amiel
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Yiddish Word of the Week: Schmaltzy
Schmaltzy (shmältsē): [adj] 1. Of, relating to, or marked by excessive or maudlin sentimentality; 2. Excessively sentimental, gushing, flattering, over-the-top, corny.
Do you have any *schmaltzy* friends/family?
From shmaltz, which is rendered chicken or goose fat used for frying or as a spread on bread. (Source: Daily Writing Tips and The Free Dictionary)
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WatchVideo: “Just Grab It!” (via @garyvee?)
gary:
It is 2010….you can get to anyone…just grab it I am stunned by people not seeing the fact that you can get to just about anyone, so … do it
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Video: #FollowFriday Ashley McCue
Last year, I met a bunch of amazing and talented people through Twitter. In addition to being a talented photographer, Ashley McCue has to be one of the funniest* people I’ve met on Twitter with less than 150 followers.
Please check out my #FollowFriday interview with Ashley and see why I follow her. Make sure to visit her website, blog and follow her on Twitter.
*My favorite tweet...
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“The Spirit of the Lord is upon me, because he anointed me to preach the gospel...”
– Jesus, Luke 4:18,19 NASB
December 2009
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Yiddish Word of the Week: Shlemiel
Shlemiel (shləmēl): [n] a clumsy, inept person, similar to a klutz (also a Yiddish word). The kind of person who always spills his soup. (Source: Daily Writing Tips)
If you’re old enough to remember the 1970s sitcom Laverne & Shirley, shlemiel along with the Yiddish word schlemazel are used in the show’s opening. And now for your viewing pleasure…
*The Yiddish Word of...
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Watchsocialmetoo:
Introducing sixth sense technology…
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Video: Merry Christmas & Special Announcement!
Hope you have a blessed day with family and friends. If you know someone I should have for a Follow Friday Interview, email me here.
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The Importance of Jesus Christ
Ten years ago today, Charlie Rose brought together Rev. Gardner Taylor, Monsignor Lorenzo Albacete, and Reynolds Price to discuss the importance of the life of Jesus Christ. Find an hour this holiday season and enjoy this wonderful conversation on life and faith.
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Supreme Court to determine privacy of government... →
What are your thoughts on this issue? If the Supreme Court decides in favor of the city, will this effect the private sector also?
Either way, be careful what text/email/IM while on the job. I’ll quote one of my HR friends and say, “If you wouldn’t want you’re mother to see it, don’t send it!”
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One Day's Wages: Ending Extreme Global Poverty
Back in February, I had the chance to briefly meet Eugene Cho and sit in on his breakout session at the Idea Camp in Irvine. During the session, I was able to witness first hand Eugene’s passion for the gospel and for his community.
Eugene also revealed a new venture he and his wife Minhee are embarking on called One Day’s Wages (ODW). ODW is an international grassroots movement...
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Film Review: Collapse
Sunday evening after service, Sal and I went over to his house to watch a documentary recently released simultaneously in theaters and on demand: Collapse. Collapse tells the story of Michael Ruppert, a former LAPD cop and whistler blower-turned-investigative web reporter and author. Ruppert is the founder and editor of From The Wilderness, a newsletter and website dedicated to investigating...
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WatchLeonard Cohen - Hallelujah
Leonard Cohen, Canadian poet, novelist, and singer-songwriter, was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2008.
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Watchcamarriage:
Can watching porn hurt my relationship?
The Family Research Council released a new study Wednesday that comprehensively details the effects of pornography on marriages, children, communities and individuals.
Full report: PDF
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Yiddish Word of the Day: Kvetch
Kvetch (kvɛtʃ): [n] 1) A chronic, whining complainer; 2) A nagging complaint. Ex. “a rambling kvetch against the system”
[v]: 1) to express complaints, discontent, displeasure, or unhappiness. Ex. “My mother kvetchs all day”
Source: The Free Dictionary
November 2009
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An Interview With Dave Ingland About The Idea Camp...
This past February, I attended the inaugural Idea Camp in Irvine, CA. For those that don’t know what the Idea Camp is, it’s an open source hybrid conference, initiated by Charles Lee, where innovative and creative leaders and thinkers gather to share ideas, intentionally network, and move collaboratively into idea-making. It was a great success as was the follow gathering in D.C.
This...