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Re: How Would You Make Over the U.S. Postal Service?

rupzip — Thu, 12 Nov 2009 09:56:35 -0000

Bankruptcy looming? USPS is not a private corporation, so there is no such thing as bankruptcy. Insolvency? Yes -- a possiblity.

And Tony Paquin is a little naive. "Sell off" the Postal Service. Who would want it? 30,000 outlets. a mandate to delivery to every customer every day. declining volume.

Re: God wants me to win? | Think Christian

rupzip — Mon, 09 Nov 2009 12:45:10 -0000

Is God on my team?
http://redletterbelievers.blogspot.com/2007/09/...

I am all for us 'giving our all' in every endeavor. Its what are called to do. We should never really pray for a team victory, a corporate success, or a business earnings surprise. But we should pray that we would be obedient and true to our God.

Good, thoughtful post

Re: Was Christ Forced into the Family Business?

rupzip — Thu, 05 Nov 2009 12:47:07 -0000

"Choosing" our profession is a new 21st century idea. And you would think that it would translate into a sense of vocation, doing our work as unto the Lord.

But instead, it's just entitlement. And a right to "pick" our jobs.

Well written post! I've added you to my blogroll. Keep it up brother!

Re: Opportunity Knocking | Think Christian

rupzip — Tue, 20 Oct 2009 22:58:53 -0000

Great article Dave T....I think we sink too far to relate to the culture. We should stand for something. But I like your approach...to offer shelter.

David Rupert
www.redletterbelievers.com
(thanks for playing Everfound a couple of weeks ago. You got a big mention on their website, www.everfoundmusic.com)

Re: The Secret of Contentment No Matter the Size of Your Audience

rupzip — Sun, 11 Oct 2009 16:24:40 -0000

The common thought is that if it isnt 'big' it isnt worth it.
I still love the small hardware store, the family owned coffee shop , and the one man grocery stores. I do all I can to frequent them.

And your post is a reminder to do the faithful, little things -- because that's what God wants me to do

David
www.redletterbelievers.com

Re: How does your work shape your view of human nature?

rupzip — Thu, 17 Sep 2009 22:25:01 -0000

What a fabulous topic and one that I will feature over at the work and faith blog, Red Letter Believers (www.redletterbelievers.)

We often think about all the things we do to affect our work...we give light and life and knowledge and effort. But work really can change our world view. My spouse is a nurse...and she is not compassionate as you would think because she sees so many posers. I work in a creative profession (writing) and all I see are stories in people...

Love this topic. A fine post.

Re: Does God want you to be thin?

rupzip — Mon, 24 Aug 2009 13:31:36 -0000

"We love potluck more than we love God' just might go down as the funniest thing ever said from a pulpit.

But, I believe Scripture does teach moderation.

I recently saw some photos of a church team that went to Kenya. The contrast of the plump American christians ministering to the thin Africans was a reminder that yes...we are too heavy.

But neither should we worship the diet. Something has to change?

David
www.redletterbelievers.com

Re: Thinking Christian

rupzip — Mon, 17 Aug 2009 13:02:39 -0000

and I love "call on Christians to engage God’s world"

David
www.redletterbelievers.com

Re: Thinking Christian

rupzip — Mon, 17 Aug 2009 13:00:46 -0000

"We are called to demonstrate, in word and deed, in all areas of life, what God’s Kingdom is supposed to be like"

Is it possible that we are raising up a new generation of Christians that have cast aside easy believism, seeker sensitivity and playing church? I sure hope so. May your daughter lead us out of our lethargy!

Re: government health care? why christians shouldn’t be surprised

rupzip — Wed, 12 Aug 2009 23:40:28 -0000

and I blogged about the little church here....

http://redletterbelievers.blogspot.com/2008/11/...

Re: government health care? why christians shouldn’t be surprised

rupzip — Wed, 12 Aug 2009 23:39:10 -0000

The reason we have such big government is because we have a little church.

Look at all the 'big scary' social programs...and they were all once owned and controlled by people of faith.

But we backed away from these ugly things and instead invested our money in buildings and programs and such.

But ...I digress ;)

Re: Some Thoughts on Commenting

rupzip — Sun, 26 Jul 2009 22:36:22 -0000

I would like to comment on commenting. Thank you for bringing up this topic. Commenting is fun.

So...how did i do? :)

David
www.redletterbelievers.com

Re: Back Again…

rupzip — Fri, 17 Jul 2009 00:12:00 -0000

R...it will be good to have you back again....
David

Re: The Tyler Perry problem

rupzip — Mon, 22 Jun 2009 11:57:06 -0000

Actually, the Bible is pretty clear in what mature faith is. It is not left to subjective 'truth'. Eph 4:13-14.

All I am saying is that if Perry is trying to instill any kind of Biblical truth, it needs to be meticulously handled with care. James says that any teacher who leads one down a bad path would be better with a 'stone around his neck and drowned.' harsh words, but leader and influencers need to heed the calling.

When I said "Perry needs to be discipled by some mature men" you said it was "shallow and arrogant". My friend, the Bible isnt "shallow and arrogant" when it says that those that are mature in the faith should lead those that are immature. He needs to be surrounded not by groupies or yes men, but by people who will hold him and his work accountable.

I love that he isnt afraid of expressing his faith. He just needs to be pointed in the right direction.

Re: The Tyler Perry problem

rupzip — Wed, 17 Jun 2009 15:01:38 -0000

Perry is a man who brings his faith to the workplace. The problem is that his faith is not a mature faith. He needs to be discipled and guided by some mature men.

I am happy that he is not afraid, but the message needs to grow up.

David Rupert
Red Letter Believers Blog
"Salt and Light"
www.redletterbelievers.com

Re: Latte Links (6/3)

rupzip — Thu, 04 Jun 2009 10:44:14 -0000

I always love your links!
Thank you for the addditional reading

David
www.redletterbelievers.com

Re: Slippery Slopes

rupzip — Wed, 03 Jun 2009 09:27:09 -0000

Ric...you draw an interesting parallel and Im not sure how to resolve it. I work in PR and I know how these things get twisted and turned and how it will do far more harm than good. Sure Tiller is gone, but how many more millions of babies will be killed because the movement cant gain traction because we murder doctors.

Re: In Loco Parentis?

rupzip — Sat, 04 Apr 2009 19:39:06 -0000

In some ways, we should completely unplug our kids
No music
no ipods
no computer

They have not only lost their creativity, they have lost their innocence

David

Re: Pimp This Bum

rupzip — Sat, 28 Mar 2009 13:16:06 -0000

Rick

I saw this story last week, I intrigued. It's ingenious, that's for sure!

I've done some work with homeless shelters, by far, the vast majority of these people are there by choice. They are 'independent types' who simply like to live off the radar. There are so many resources that no one should be hungry.

But, you gotta hand it to this group by 'humanizing' their efforts.
David
www.redletterbelievers.com

Re: The Holy Spirit and Korn

rupzip — Mon, 23 Mar 2009 00:49:23 -0000

Pretty amazing journey.
This tells me to NEVER GIVE UP ON PEOPLE!

I blogged about Brian Welch here:
http://redletterbelievers.blogspot.com/2008/12/...

Amazing story

Re: Two Models

rupzip — Tue, 17 Mar 2009 16:12:39 -0000

Rick...I have mixed feeling here. For a long time, i thought the "come as you are" was definitely the way to go. But I think I'm turning a little. And here's why: Far too many people never change once they enter the doors. The lowest common denomitor is now the norm. And we dont hold people accountable. We dont encourage them to progress. We dont want to offend. We dont want to encourage. So we have millions of believers who never will make a difference. Wasted conversions....

Thanks for the post!

David
www.redletterbelievers.com

Re: Tabula not so rasa

rupzip — Tue, 10 Mar 2009 10:49:00 -0000

Rick

The blank slate is indeed problematic for those of us who believe in a God of design, inflecting his wonder into each human being.

I know a man with eight children, raised in a christian environment home schooled ....and every one of them is completely different from the other . I have a hard time believing each of them was a blank slate, yet they turned out so differently despite a near identical upbringing.

I would rather trust God with my personality.

Re: Far Vision?

rupzip — Wed, 18 Feb 2009 07:53:03 -0000

Rick
you really ought to check out sarah conner chronicles. Although it is depressing (every moment of every show the entire worlds future holds in balance....and no one ever smiles or has a light moment), it is rich in biblical allegory and upfront faith. They use bible quotes, stories and talk about God in very respectful ways. Check it out bro!
David

Re: The trials of Ted Haggard’s church

rupzip — Tue, 03 Feb 2009 22:22:00 -0000

Haggard did wrong. He deceived. He lied. And it wasn't just his church. He was representing millions as the president of National Association of Evangelicals.

And now somehow its our fault?

Re: Changing Horses

rupzip — Tue, 03 Feb 2009 22:11:13 -0000

Rick
change is hard....but it sounds like you have a double dose of it.

In some ways, its good just to be employed. that's what i tell myself everyday.

And ComAir....i think of the movie "Con-Air" --- not an airline I wanna ride on!