Editor's note: So many of us view the beginning of January as a time to make promises for improvement and change — regardless of whether we have a plan for keeping them. In this video, Jeremy Rochford takes a deeper look at the phenomenon of New Year's Resolutions and their connection with our spiritual lives. … [Read more...]
Theology Thursday: 2011 Stories
In case the title of this post confused you, I'm going to talk about theological stories from the year 2011 - not 2,011 stories. That would be a lot of stories, theological or otherwise. And even though I have a lot of time since I'm in the office all week with no meetings and almost no coworkers, I don't have that much time. Anyway, I hope that's cleared up. Actually, like our last Theology Thursday post, I don't plan on doing much "talking" at all. Instead, I want to point you to a recent article from Collin Hansen on The Gospel … [Read more...]
Theology Thursday: The X in Xmas
It’s Theology Thursday! And today we’re going to spend a little time looking at the X in Xmas. Or the Christ in Christmas. Or both. Fortunately, a lot of smart people have been writing about this topic in recent weeks, which means I can link you to their thoughts rather than trying to come up with something new or exciting on my own. So, here we go! To start, many bloggers have noted that the X in Xmas has some pretty spiritual roots when we look back to biblical Greek: — Ben Reed goes so far as to say Keep the X … [Read more...]
Theology Thursday: The Most Important Question
You know the feeling when you’re reading something and a specific paragraph or idea jumps off the page and whacks you in the head? I had one of those moments several years ago when I was reading Eat This Book, by Eugene Peterson. Here’s the paragraph: “If I’m not living in active response to the living God revealed in the Bible, reading about his creation / salvation / holiness won’t interest me—at least not for long. The most important question we ask of any text isn’t “What does this … [Read more...]
Leader Q & A: Bible Study
Thanks to everyone who posted questions for our first effort at a Q & A. Here we go! We have a young adult ministry and had a really good summer bible study, has anyone found a successful way to have a on-line study for students who are away? Is it something that can be interactive with students who remain local? — Gina This is a great question, Gina, and the answer is yes. There are several tools out there that provide online video conferencing, which is really what you’re talking about. The problem is that many of … [Read more...]
Theology Thursday: The Reality and Responsibility of Reconciliation
By Micah Carter Editor’s note: We’re starting a new segment on ThreadsMedia.com called Theology Thursday. Each week we’ll explore a doctrine or important element of the Christian faith, including the areas of discussion (and possibly debate) that come with it. Enjoy! Boxing great Joe Frazier is considered one of the ten greatest boxers of all time by the International Boxing Research Organization, finishing his career at 32-4-1 and a two-time heavyweight champion. His epic battles in the ring with the heavy-handed … [Read more...]
Dealing with Conflict
Editor’s note: This post has been excerpted from our newest Bible study: Relate. Knowing, loving, and forgiving the people in your life. Check out threadsmedia.com/relate for more information. The effect of conflict on you and your relationship is impacted by 1) how much that person means to you, 2) the source of the conflict, and 3) how both of you respond. When we face conflict with a coworker, it can be an annoying and persistent burden until we deal with it. But when a spouse or loved one hurts us, it can be heartbreaking. … [Read more...]
Monday Motivation: Time to Soar
It's a rainy Monday here in Nashville, so I was feeling a bit gloomy before I saw this video of a guy flying around with fighter jets in a homemade(!) jetpack. Now I'm pumped! I'm also reminded of these verses from Isaiah 40: “Yahweh is the everlasting God, the Creator of the whole earth. He never grows faint or weary; there is no limit to His understanding. He gives strength to the weary and strengthens the powerless. Youths may faint and grow weary, and young men stumble and fall, but those who trust in the Lord will renew … [Read more...]
Don’t Miss Collegiate Summit 2012!
When the Baptist Collegiate Ministry Network (BCNet) was first organized in 2000, one of the first issues tackled was the obvious need in the Baptist family for a professional training event for people working in Collegiate Ministry. Requests came to the leadership committee of BCNet from all across the country for opportunities to help collegiate ministers and volunteers be more effective and efficient in reaching and discipling students and connecting them to the local church. It had been more than 15 years since an event like this … [Read more...]
Troubleshoot Your Thanksgiving
Not everyone has the stereotypical Thanksgiving gathering. But whatever your scenario, Collegiate writer Andrea Bailey Willits offers some tips on how to make the best of your holiday celebration. Funds Are Limited If the thought of cooking up a four-course spread makes you wonder how you'll pay the electric bill, don't worry. Especially if it's just going to be a few of you, change up the traditional Thanksgiving menu. Who needs an expensive (and expected) turkey? Go with a big pan of lasagna or meatloaf. Or be unconventional and … [Read more...]
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