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Re: Repave the Road to Jericho

deliveredjude — Wed, 10 Dec 2008 13:47:27 -0000

good to know. Thanks. :)

Re: Repave the Road to Jericho

deliveredjude — Wed, 10 Dec 2008 13:37:19 -0000

ah, then please excuse me for sounding like an arrogant ass. :)

Re: All Together

deliveredjude — Wed, 10 Dec 2008 12:24:45 -0000

I think it's a challenge for me on how I define trying. I usually want to "try" more, but don't recognize the areas where I am actually trying more, but don't see those things as applicable. I'm so miopic sometimes. It helps me when I think about others. It just seems to naturally make my things better. weird...selflessness, huh.

Re: Repave the Road to Jericho

deliveredjude — Wed, 10 Dec 2008 12:13:32 -0000

I am totally on the same track as you. I think it also requires just as much action in good times as it does in hard times. We are already in the mindset of alleviating symptoms by the time we get to hard times. We're not addressing the root problems. I also agree that gift is much better. :) I think it's interesting to think that the word "charity" originally meant love. That is not the case in our society these days. And it's incredibly interesting to me. What meant love now means duty. Oh how said it is how many categories that carries into...

Re: You tell me.

deliveredjude — Wed, 10 Dec 2008 12:10:48 -0000

Responsibilities get me out of bed every morning. The responsibilities can vary from school, hygiene, job, taking my fiance to work, etc. But it's definitely responsibilities for me.

Re: Repave the Road to Jericho

deliveredjude — Wed, 10 Dec 2008 11:47:40 -0000

I think that you missed the point a little. I think what's being said is that giving someone a handout is good...but is it the best? Is that dollar or that shirt really the best we have to offer? Can we as individuals, families, church fellowship, communities, states, and nations not produce better ministries and programs that empower people rather than condemn and oppress. I mean Thanksgiving for example: How many churches have canned food drives? Tons! and that's GOOD! But how many churches are starting vegetable gardens and pooling their resources to give to everyone. Few to none, but that's what they did in Acts.

I think your point is very valid, but I think you missed the overall message a little. And, amen and amen, we should be pointing them to the Ultimate provider above all.

Re: Not Thankful?

deliveredjude — Sun, 30 Nov 2008 23:40:22 -0000

I am not thankful for ignorant family members and cheap fathers. Whew, now that that's out....

Re: Can you see?

deliveredjude — Tue, 25 Nov 2008 22:41:42 -0000

All's good here in Hattiesburg, Mississippi.

Re: Ragamuffin Soul » Vote For ME

deliveredjude — Thu, 20 Nov 2008 15:27:13 -0000

I was so excited I voted 3 times. Best wishes my man.

Re: Ragamuffin Soul » You…today. In One Word

deliveredjude — Tue, 18 Nov 2008 01:47:00 -0000

peaceful

Re: Ragamuffin Soul » What Song Does Your “C”hurch NEED To Sing?

deliveredjude — Fri, 14 Nov 2008 09:24:50 -0000

Our church needs something about not being like the rich young ruler and being willing to sacrifice whatever is necessary to follow Christ.

Re: Ragamuffin Soul » How Was You’re Voting Experience?

deliveredjude — Wed, 05 Nov 2008 00:52:04 -0000

I must say, my voting experience was not nearly as exciting as yours. I was thrilled to see an African American family there with their children (as well as Caucasian families). I was so happy to see families/ethnicities that so often get a bad rap looking so good. It was a mother and father and two children. I was inspired to make voting a family experience later in life. MUCH later.

In other news, I was disappointed with my voting experience. The place didn't even have any "I voted" stickers. And...where was Ron Paul? That's all I have to say, for now.

Re: Ragamuffin Soul » Praying Backwards // The Streaming Prayer Box

deliveredjude — Mon, 03 Nov 2008 18:30:42 -0000

Wow! Watching that skydiving makes me want to take me and my fiance skydiving on our honeymoon. I mean that's the time to do it up right, right?!

Re: We're gonna celebrate.

deliveredjude — Fri, 31 Oct 2008 07:06:31 -0000

I am thrilled that you're so excited. I know I am anxious for the same experience. Whew, 65 days to go. God's richest blessings to both of you! peace.

<abbr>Nic´s last blog post..Lessons from Above and Below</abbr>

Re: Ragamuffin Soul » Reverse Mohawk

deliveredjude — Fri, 31 Oct 2008 07:03:44 -0000

Crazy, old man chest hairs at 23, so shave a good lit bit below the shirt line.

Re: Ragamuffin Soul » BMP3 // Velvet Underground

deliveredjude — Fri, 31 Oct 2008 06:58:03 -0000

I would have bought that winning lottery ticket. You know...the one. and showered.

Re: Good Riddance

deliveredjude — Thu, 30 Oct 2008 13:26:30 -0000

I'm glad the tavern is closed. Good riddance is right.

You mentioned the term, "wounded healer" in your post. Are you aware of the book The Wounded Healer by Henri Nouwen (i think on the last name spelling)? I have it but haven't finished reading it yet. It's a tough read, but a good one if you want to check it out....after the wedding and the getting busy.....with life and all of that.

Anyway, congrats on the soon approaching wedding, sir. Peace.

Re: I Wish My Wife Still Looked At Porn

deliveredjude — Wed, 29 Oct 2008 01:40:20 -0000

Thank you, that as I read this, it reminded me of my fiance(add accent mark). As I have been engaged now for almost 9 months and am getting married in January (woohoo! distance relationships suck...but are good) I am seeing how God pairs just the right 2 people together. I know that Sarah is perfect me just as I can Heather is perfect for you. However, if we were switched, I don't think there's anyway Sarah could be with you or Heather with me. God's sovereignty and kindness to us in it all is absolutely astounding to me. Thanks for the reminder. I'm glad your site works again.

Re: Ragamuffin Soul » So I’m A Dad, Now What? // Birthday Party Day

deliveredjude — Mon, 27 Oct 2008 17:01:22 -0000

Love, love, love the video. Way to crank all that stuff out. The pancakes were my favorite. yum.

Re: Ragamuffin Soul » Slash

deliveredjude — Sun, 26 Oct 2008 14:25:04 -0000

Today I watched attended an online church service with Central Christian Church in Las Vegas at www.centralonlinecampus.com. It was really great.

Re: Ragamuffin Soul » To Catch A Racist

deliveredjude — Sat, 25 Oct 2008 14:48:58 -0000

I appreciate the feedback Carlos. I agree that Losiah should be seen as your son, and not just or only your Korean son. Hear, hear. I guess, ultimately, my point is that we should learn to value and appreciate differences...especially when they're different (and maybe even radically different) than ourselves in whatever context. I just think it'll be a much more beautiful world when we can love and accept a person regardless of their various traits rather than "in spite of" their traits whether those be cultural, life choices, skin color, etc. while still recognizing and valuing those various traits in that person.

And I completely agree that we should hold on to our identity in Christ ABOVE ALL else. Amen and amen. I know it's a message I want to understand and live out more and hope that others live out more as well. It would definitely reduce the amount of judgment and heirarchy of sin that exists in FAR too many churches and hearts. Thank you for bringing that point to light. I'm also really glad you like frijoles. I do too in my far too pale whiteness. Peace.

Re: Ragamuffin Soul » To Catch A Racist

deliveredjude — Sat, 25 Oct 2008 12:57:27 -0000

As a social worker (in training, I'll graduate in May), we are taught that "color blindness" is ok, but it should not be the end goal, and I agree with that. Carlos, while it may be good for someone to recognize you as just like them - a person created in the image of God (if their share our beliefs) - would it not be better (and ideal, I understand) for them to see you as Carlos, the Hispanic person, whom I can respect and treat just as well as someone of my own ethnicity.

See, I don't think that color blindness is really Biblical either. For example, Jesus's statement to the woman at the well was not only significant because she was a woman and in an adulterous situation, but because she was a Samaritan and he was not. The important factor, is that Christ accepted and still does accept people just as they are; not as merely human, but a person of particular ethnicity too.

God and Christ accept us just as we are, including our ethnic and cultural heritage. I think it is noble and Godly goal for us to do the same.

Great post Los, keep the realness flowin'.

Re: Ragamuffin Soul » What Does Depression Feel Like?

deliveredjude — Thu, 23 Oct 2008 22:01:38 -0000

I'm pretty sure the book The Heart of an Artist talks about how people who are more creative/artistic/left brained are more likely to deal with depression in some fashion because of their personalities. I think David in the Bible is a prime example of it. I know the school I used to attend required music ministry majors to read the book. I haven't personally though, but I think it's pretty much a classic.

Depression is tough though because there are so many components that play into it (that have already been listed). I think it can get dangerous depending on how the Church or believers view depression. i.e. is it only present if there's sin in a person's life? Is it a sin to take anti-depressants? Does it mean there's something separating the person from God if they're depressed? etc. I think a main reason it's an issue with pastors/leaders is the pride issue that often keeps them from sharing their burdens/being authentic with those around them and dealing with their own issues rather than acting like their lives are hunky dory while trying to "fix" or "deal" with others' issues while dieing alone inside.

Here is the URL to the book review on Amazon:
http://www.amazon.com/Heart...

Re: Ragamuffin Soul » Will Pray For You Sunday

deliveredjude — Fri, 03 Oct 2008 07:20:22 -0000

Thanks for asking. I'm pretty new to your site, but I like your authenticity and the exposure of yourself. I hope and pray you're able to do it as much in "real" life as you're able to online. I know that can be tough for me at times, maybe it is for you.

Anyway, though, I could use prayer in that I'm getting married in January and my fiance's brothers are being very antagonistic about the situation because of my baggage/struggles. Pray for wisdom for us to know how to listen and to talk to them and not to have to cut ties. Peace.

I hope the tech fast was everything it needed to be.