"I'd really like a drink," said Belinda when she was sitting down to do some work for her online corp. accounting class.
Knowing that Belinda doesn't really drink alcohol, I knew that was my cue to get up off the couch and go get her a Diet Dr. Pepper. No problem. I was thirsty too.
As I stepped outside, I heard a voice shout out, "Don't get freaked out man! I'm just over here trying to figure out how I'm gonna walk around in my dragon costume next weekend."
"Say what?!?"
"I said, 'I'm just over here trying to figure out hos I'm gonna walk around in my dragon costume next weekend.'"
By this time my eyes had adjusted to the darkness and I could see a figure sitting at one of the picnic tables across the street in the park.
"Cool," I said. I drove off to CVS to get me and Belinda a drink.
On the way, I felt the tapping on my skull from God. He said something like, "You know, Chris, it would be cool to get that guy in the park a drink too. Would be a great opportunity to tell him about Christ."
Sure. No problem God. I'll get a drink for a guy I don't know who's out in a park in the pitch black worrying about some dragon costume. Sounds completely normal.
Well, I ended up getting him a drink.
The conversation went many places. Brian, the dragon guy, new some things about the Lord. He also had some out of left field ideas about the Bible, but that may have been the Natty Lite talking.
My overwhelming urge to tell others about the only way to avoid hell through Christ has put me in some interesting places and conversations. Brian ranks up there as one of the most colorful, thus far. I can only pray that I shed some light for him on how he can avoid the terrible plight of those that don't know Christ as their savior when they die.
God bless!
Thursday, October 30, 2008
Wednesday, October 22, 2008
Let's Hear It for Jerry
So I work close to Chesterfield Towne Center. I've been going to the mall at lunch with the intent to try to witness using the Way of the Master method of evangelism.
Let's just say that I've not been very successful (essentially I've been a big freakin' chicken)
Today I promised myself that it would be a different story.
So in I go. I walk around the mall for about 10 minutes. Nothing really seems to be presenting itself as opportunity to strike up a conversation. I pass by a mall worker who's emptying trash cans and say to myself, "I should talk to that guy. Nah. I don't wanna bother him while he's working. Well, maybe if he decides to take a break and sit down." I continue to walk for about 5 minutes. When I turn back in the direction of the mall worker, guess what! You got it...he's sitting down on one of the benches in the mall!
*TAP* *TAP* *TAP*
God says, "What was that you were saying Chris? You gonna talk to him? I mean he is sitting down, after all."
"Ok. Let me just walk by one more time"
I begin repeating Philippians 4:13. "I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me."
So I sit down. I ask Jerry, that's his name come to find out, if he's gotten one of the billion dollar bills. He says nope. I go on to witness to him using the Law to convict his heart and then bringing on the Gospel.
Much of it is still a blur. We chatted for a good 10 minutes. Jerry blessed me incredibly through this encounter. I hope I've helped him as well through Christ.
God bless you Jerry.
Let's just say that I've not been very successful (essentially I've been a big freakin' chicken)
Today I promised myself that it would be a different story.
So in I go. I walk around the mall for about 10 minutes. Nothing really seems to be presenting itself as opportunity to strike up a conversation. I pass by a mall worker who's emptying trash cans and say to myself, "I should talk to that guy. Nah. I don't wanna bother him while he's working. Well, maybe if he decides to take a break and sit down." I continue to walk for about 5 minutes. When I turn back in the direction of the mall worker, guess what! You got it...he's sitting down on one of the benches in the mall!
*TAP* *TAP* *TAP*
God says, "What was that you were saying Chris? You gonna talk to him? I mean he is sitting down, after all."
"Ok. Let me just walk by one more time"
I begin repeating Philippians 4:13. "I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me."
So I sit down. I ask Jerry, that's his name come to find out, if he's gotten one of the billion dollar bills. He says nope. I go on to witness to him using the Law to convict his heart and then bringing on the Gospel.
Much of it is still a blur. We chatted for a good 10 minutes. Jerry blessed me incredibly through this encounter. I hope I've helped him as well through Christ.
God bless you Jerry.
Tuesday, October 21, 2008
Where is the grace in today's world?
I look around and see so little grace. So little grace in today's political landscape. So little grace when it comes to dealing with people in the office. So little grace in dealing with friends. So little grace in dealing with my kids. So little grace in dealing with my wife.
I heard an AWESOME version of "Amazing Grace" on the way in to work today. Nothing original, but still as powerful as ever. Please take the time to read the full lyrics below. What an awesome, awesome thing my Lord did for me, you, everyone.
Amazing Grace Lyrics
John Newton (1725-1807)
Stanza 6 anon.
Amazing Grace,
how sweet the sound,
That saved a wretch like me.I once was lost but now am found,
Was blind, but now I see.
T'was Grace that taught my heart to fear.
And Grace, my fears relieved.
How precious did that Grace appear
The hour I first believed.
Through many dangers, toils and snaresI have already come;
'Tis Grace that brought me safe thus far
and Grace will lead me home.
The Lord has promised good to me.
His word my hope secures.
He will my shield and portion be,
As long as life endures.
Yea, when this flesh and heart shall fail,
And mortal life shall cease,
I shall possess within the veil,
A life of joy and peace.
When we've been here ten thousand years
Bright shining as the sun.
We've no less days to sing God's praise
Than when we've first begun.
Amazing Grace, how sweet the sound,
That saved a wretch like me.
I once was lost but now am found,
Was blind, but now I see.
I heard an AWESOME version of "Amazing Grace" on the way in to work today. Nothing original, but still as powerful as ever. Please take the time to read the full lyrics below. What an awesome, awesome thing my Lord did for me, you, everyone.
Amazing Grace Lyrics
John Newton (1725-1807)
Stanza 6 anon.
Amazing Grace,
how sweet the sound,
That saved a wretch like me.I once was lost but now am found,
Was blind, but now I see.
T'was Grace that taught my heart to fear.
And Grace, my fears relieved.
How precious did that Grace appear
The hour I first believed.
Through many dangers, toils and snaresI have already come;
'Tis Grace that brought me safe thus far
and Grace will lead me home.
The Lord has promised good to me.
His word my hope secures.
He will my shield and portion be,
As long as life endures.
Yea, when this flesh and heart shall fail,
And mortal life shall cease,
I shall possess within the veil,
A life of joy and peace.
When we've been here ten thousand years
Bright shining as the sun.
We've no less days to sing God's praise
Than when we've first begun.
Amazing Grace, how sweet the sound,
That saved a wretch like me.
I once was lost but now am found,
Was blind, but now I see.
Monday, October 20, 2008
McCain is a Nazi
According to the newest episode of The Family Guy, Nazis would have voted for the McCain-Palin ticket.
This type of crap is ridiculous. Whether you hate a candidate with all of what you hold dear, to equate them to Nazis in the name of humor is stupid. And before you say, "Oh Chris, get a grip," remember that McFarlane, the creator of The Family Guy is a staunch supporter of Obama.
And for anyone that says, well I thought it was funny, think about what's really being said here. McCain, a Vietnam veteran, is being equated to a political group that single handedly was responsible for the extermination of millions of Jews.
Pathetic. And to think that if anyone mentions anything negative about Obama, you're nonchalantly lumped in as a racist. Doesn't seem to be fair does it?
Well, it doesn't matter. Neither of the candidates will be able to accomplish much of what they're saying they will. Those that will worship their political celebrities will continue to do so. I guess in that crazed state of mind, they can then see how someone would on a national television program call someone a Nazi. That makes perfect sense.
This type of crap is ridiculous. Whether you hate a candidate with all of what you hold dear, to equate them to Nazis in the name of humor is stupid. And before you say, "Oh Chris, get a grip," remember that McFarlane, the creator of The Family Guy is a staunch supporter of Obama.
And for anyone that says, well I thought it was funny, think about what's really being said here. McCain, a Vietnam veteran, is being equated to a political group that single handedly was responsible for the extermination of millions of Jews.
Pathetic. And to think that if anyone mentions anything negative about Obama, you're nonchalantly lumped in as a racist. Doesn't seem to be fair does it?
Well, it doesn't matter. Neither of the candidates will be able to accomplish much of what they're saying they will. Those that will worship their political celebrities will continue to do so. I guess in that crazed state of mind, they can then see how someone would on a national television program call someone a Nazi. That makes perfect sense.
Friday, October 17, 2008
Great Concert This Weekend
You should go to this. You'll be a better person this weekend. Plus if you see a guy looking like Yukon Cornelius, say, "Hey!" That will be me.
Thursday, October 16, 2008
Indian Christians In Trouble as Well
I wrote last time about Americans not really having any ground to stand on when complaining about being "persecuted" for their faith in Christ.
Here's another example:
http://www.newsweek.com/id/164081
By the way, for the commenter (usually anonymous) that will read this post and then blather on about the Crusades, please don't waste the electrons. In case you can't tell, I'm commenting on how being a Christian in America is easy as pie. This is not a commentary on the wrongs done by the "Church". But to stave this off, A BUNCH of bad stuff has been done in God's name before, even in the time of Christ. That's why Christ went on about not being like the Pharisees.
Thanks.
Here's another example:
http://www.newsweek.com/id/164081
By the way, for the commenter (usually anonymous) that will read this post and then blather on about the Crusades, please don't waste the electrons. In case you can't tell, I'm commenting on how being a Christian in America is easy as pie. This is not a commentary on the wrongs done by the "Church". But to stave this off, A BUNCH of bad stuff has been done in God's name before, even in the time of Christ. That's why Christ went on about not being like the Pharisees.
Thanks.
Monday, October 13, 2008
Don't Whine If You're a Christian in America
If you haven't noticed, I've really been convicted lately about sharing the gospel of Christ to others face to face. I hear people say that they're too scared to do so. Well, I understand being scared. I'm really scared when I share with someone, but it's just something you pray about and get over.
I also here Christians in America complain about the persecution that we're under because of the media, gays, liberals, etc. Really? I mean, really? You feel we're persecuted? Below is a link from a main stream media source (not some AFR supported megaphone) that shows what true persecution is all about:
http://www.cnn.com/2008/WORLD/meast/10/13/iraq.main/index.html .
People are dying because of their professed belief in Christ. People are forced to live in make shift tents because of their belief in the one true Lord.
Wake up America! We've got it good. Now go tell someone the Good News.
I also here Christians in America complain about the persecution that we're under because of the media, gays, liberals, etc. Really? I mean, really? You feel we're persecuted? Below is a link from a main stream media source (not some AFR supported megaphone) that shows what true persecution is all about:
http://www.cnn.com/2008/WORLD/meast/10/13/iraq.main/index.html .
People are dying because of their professed belief in Christ. People are forced to live in make shift tents because of their belief in the one true Lord.
Wake up America! We've got it good. Now go tell someone the Good News.
Monday, October 6, 2008
The 'Skins are 4-1
Is this for real? Is this some kind of joke? I'd say Clinton Portis's 145 yards on the ground against the league's best run defense says it's as real as it's gonna get here on Earth!
Hail to the Redskins! Hail Victory, indeed!
Hail to the Redskins! Hail Victory, indeed!
Friday, October 3, 2008
Wednesday, October 1, 2008
I love you man...
Please read this. I'm in this group that td talks about. I love these guys.
I'd also recommend you add this blog to your reader feed. This dude can freakin' lay it out!
As you were...
I'd also recommend you add this blog to your reader feed. This dude can freakin' lay it out!
As you were...
Wow! Coach Z is Goin' Old School
If this doesn't make you proud to be a 'Skins fan, well...I don't know what I'd say to you.
Hail to the Redskins! Bring on Philly!
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