Two Resources on The Shack

Blessed are those who are persecuted because of righteousness, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven - Matthew 5:10 Well here we are at the end of this eight day series. I’m not sure how many of you have followed along, or worked through the beatitudes the past eight days too. I know that studying and researching these key verses has challenged me to look at several areas of my journey. There is still much work to do. I guess if it was up to me, I would close on a higher note than tha... more

The top five blog posts of Octboer, as viewed by you, the reader: Popped-Collar Tuesday is HERE! - The most-viewed post in the long and illustirous history of the blog. Some say it changed their life forever. Actually, no one said that. But maybe they were thinking it… You will NEVER be this cool - The photo that started it all. Even with all of the popped-collarness of the post above, we still couldn’t top this guy… The best political shirt I’ve ever seen - It does... more

I apprecaite what Pastor Mark Driscoll said about this historic day. Check it out ( HERE ) ... more

Where is the grace of God?  How does God work powerfully in my life? Titus 2:11ff teaches that the very grace of God which brings salvation also continues to work in our lives, teaching us to say “no” to ungodliness.  The grace that saves also sanctifies so that we are increasingly conformed us to the image of Christ. Get this: If you are truly a believer, then the God who spoke Creation into existence is at work in your life. Your average Christian then asks, “Well, c... more

Al Mohler posts that some of the media find it noteworthy that Sarah Palin’s pastor believes in the reality of hell.  (Click here to read it). ... more

In a recent post, Daryl Dash points out that forgiveness is a topic that quickly connects with nearly everyone.  After going to see the movie, The Big Question: A Film About Forgiveness , he writes: Whenever I speak on forgiveness, I can tell that it’s an issue for almost everyone out there. You could feel that tension last night. The director said that he tried interviews on the street, asking people what they would like to say about forgiveness. Most of the people essentially said, ... more

You see, it’s for posts like this that I recommend you subscribe to the blog: Vitamin Z. I know, I know.  You’re busy people.  But, you must watch this. It’s the Bulgarian version of American Idol. That’s all you need to know. ... more