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Michel Nostradamus was a 16th-century physician and astrologer. Many people today say that he was a prophet, even a psychic. He made predictions about the future, but not like you would expect. He didn’t use Tarot cards or palm-reading or crystal balls, he wrote quatrains – four-line verses. To the people in his day, the verses appeared to be a bunch of non-sense, but people today say that

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Following the tradition of the Church, this week we celebrate the baptism of our Lord Jesus Christ. Three of the gospel writers (Matthew, Mark, and Luke) recorded Jesus’ baptism, but John did not. This post focuses on the baptism as recorded by Mark.Tonight I’m drinking water bought from a store. This is not normal for me. I usually fill my Nalgene bottle from the tap and that’s good enough.

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What gives you joy? What delights you? The popular Joy of Cooking cookbook tells us that joy is found in cooking. I don’t think it’s the cooking part that brings us joy, but the eating! You might find joy by spending time with your friends or family. Maybe joy for you is sitting down with a steamy cup of coffee and a good book. Joy might also be found by cuddling with your wife or husband,

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There was a time when the birth of Jesus was proclaimed loudly and joyfully, but that doesn't seem to be true now. I have heard more frequently this year than in years past people's refrain from using the word "Christmas." Early in the season, I heard that one home improvement store was not selling Christmas trees, but "holiday" trees. I can understand this. The name "Christmas" reflects

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Where do I begin?It was Wednesday night of a pretty hectic week. I had been trying to write a sermon for class, but it wasn't going well. I couldn't think. A week earlier I had bought a beautiful diamond ring for my unsuspecting girlfriend. So, for seven days all I could think about was the ring, proposing, changing the course of this woman's life, and then planning our future together. With

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Here's a funny story that will give you a good chuckle:Last Thursday I was feeling pretty good. Two days prior I had been offered a position as Assistant Men's Pastor at my church and this was the day that I would give my two weeks notice of resignation to the hospital. On top of that, I had just picked up a copy of the Seminary's quarterly magazine The Kindred Spirit. I had been looking

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I have added some new links on the sidebar to the right. The new links are "The Grotes" (thegrotes.blogspot.com) and "Naima Lett" (http://www.naimalett.com/). Check out these sites. The Grotes work with missionaries and Naima is in the performing arts. Both are good friends of mine. I'm excited to share their sites with you.

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Big News: I GOT THE JOB!!!This past Tuesday I was offered the job of Assistant Men's Pastor at Irving Bible Church. I am ecstatic about this opportunity. My focus will be encouraging young men to grow closer to Jesus through our various programs. It's going to be an exciting adventure and I can't wait to get my feet wet. My official start date is October 8. Please keep me in your prayers.

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I just finished an assignment on the observations of Moses' leadership and how those might apply to leaders today. We were only supposed to make 25 observations, so I barely got through Exodus. However, there are many more in Exodus, Numbers, and Deuteronomy. Here's a few of the ones that I found:1. Observation: Moses defended the seven daughters of the priest of Midian who were

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What week is this? Seventeen? Where has all the time gone? To pull out an old cliche, "time flies when you're having fun!"I have been having a lot of fun lately. Here's why:Last week school started up again. Many of the students are stepping onto campus for the first time, but for me, it's my last time. I cannot believe that four years have passed already. I can't believe I'm in my last

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A few weeks back I wrote about an opportunity to do some speaking through an online company. When the company originally contacted me, I was excited, but felt a little uneasy, unsure. I didn't want to do anything without first talking about it with some friends and mentors. So, I spoke with four wise men and all of them gave me the go. They all said, if there's nothing to lose and no contract

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Vacations are good, but they mess things up. I did really good to post a message before heading off to Michigan (a month ago), but I haven't yet gotten back into the swing of things. My time in Michigan was phenomenal. The first half of my journey was filled with visiting friends in the Lansing area. I try to do this every time I go home. It's important to me to stay connected with the people who

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Looking back, I can see three distinct ways my dad has impacted my life and made me who I am today.Dad taught me how to work hard. For nearly thirty years I have watched my dad work long, tough hours to keep his propane company up and running. He has dedicated his life to that company, but not for what you would expect. He didn't put in extra hours so that we could live in a big, beautiful house.

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One of my heroes of the faith is Billy Graham. His wife died yesterday as a result of complications from pneumonia. Here is a link to her obituary in the LA Times:http://www.latimes.com/news/obituaries/la-me-graham15jun15,0,56499.story?coll=la-home-centerMy prayers are with the Graham family during their loss.

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The stakes went higher this week in the challenge to lose weight. Keep reading.Every now and then Amanda and I drive up to Frisco to spend time with some of her friends (who have also become my friends) - Mike and Eltza. We went up this past week to spend time with them before they have their first baby (ok, everybody now: "Awww!"). It's a long ride up the Dallas North Tollway to their house,

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This is exciting! The counter at the bottom right-hand side of this screen shows that over 1000 people have viewed this page. Thanks to everyone who takes time to read this stuff. I know it's not exciting or even very intellectually challenging, but all of it's from my heart. It's stuff that I'm working through, thinking about. It's all real.I don't know where all the readers are in the

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Here's a question for you: Have you given your 100% best this past week in every area of your life?In your job? With your friends? In your marriage or dating relationships? In your financial dealings? In taking care of your body? In your worship of God?These questions were brought up on Tuesday in my accountability group, the PAC. At first glance, the questions are quite easy to answer. Am I

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Summer session 1: completed!Our creative writing class ended yesterday. Over the past two weeks, the twelve of us sat around the table from 1-5 pm every day, read our vignettes (written the previous night/morning), and absorbed the criticism from our peers. It sounds hard, but definitely worth the bite. I took the class because I wanted to be challenged. I love writing, but I wouldn't call myself

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Yep, I skipped a few weeks. The end of the semester came upon me and I ran out of time to do any sort of writing on the blog. But, the storm has passed and I'm back.I intended to write more about pornography, but that will not be today. Maybe we'll get back to that later. There were a few other things that I wanted to write about, but those are on hold too.I'd like to get back on track by giving

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Surprise! What do you think about the new look? For me, the other layout was getting old. It was well over a year old. In web years, that's old. It was time for a change. I hope you like it.Okay, I know that I said I would share some more thoughts on pornography, but...not this week. I will get back to the topic next week. We're going into the final week of the semester and that means I

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IBC Men, originally uploaded by lightflashes.No, it's not the three amigos singing La Bamba. It's (l-r) Brad Parnell, Jeremiah, Nat Pugh, aka, the IBC Men team. We had a great year together!

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First, let me send my condolences to the students, staff, faculty, and families of Virginia Tech who lost their loved ones this week. I am saddened by your losses. May God give you peace and comfort in the days ahead.Second, there has been talk in the news lately about the manufacturing of atomic bombs and other nuclear weapons in countries that pose a threat to the United States. An article

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Wow! The past two weeks went by rather quickly. I can't believe it's been that long since I last posted anything. It's nice to be back. I have so much to tell you today that I don't know where to begin. I think I'll just give you some updates and then share some things that have been on my mind.Updates:As I mentioned in the last post, my parents came to Texas for Easter weekend. It was great

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This post covers two weeks and it's going to be very short. The past week has been very busy because I had to write a twenty-five page paper on the book of Hebrews. But, that's not all, I also have been trying to work ahead in my assignments because my parents will be in town starting tomorrow. My dad will be here until Sunday evening and my mom will stay a few extra days. I feel like I need to

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The last two entries on lightflashes ("starting over" & "why do we have to work?") have been pretty heavy. But today, I'd like to change the pace with some stories from my house-sitting job this week. It was only for a week, but I had a great time. Amanda and her best-friend Becky came over Wednesday night to hang-out with me and make lasagna. On Friday my buddy Joe and I grilled burgers. We both

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Why do we have to work?This question came to mind Sunday morning while listening to Steve preach on the story about the prodigal son. He did a great job, but something he said (and I still can't figure out what it was) triggered something inside of me to start thinking about work. One of the questions that crossed my mind was, "Why do we have to work?" This thought especially hit home for me

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Highlights from the past week:1) I bought a fishing pole and gear. My buddy Joe got me hooked on this relaxing sport. We went a couple of times and caught some bass. They were this big (picture me stretching out my arms)!2) The website is almost done. I can't wait to show it to you - maybe two more weeks.3) We had a video shoot this past Thursday. It went great! We were going to do three takes,

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Doesn't it drive you crazy when you're doing something, you mess up, and you have to start over. For instance, you finally write that email to your friend who wrote to you two months ago, you hit the space bar, and the email disappears. You have to start over. In another instance, you finally set aside time to wash your car. You pull out of the car wash and head down the street, but, lo and

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And...breathe...It's been a busy seven weeks, but Spring Break has finally arrived. We have no class for the next two weeks. I had hoped to go skiing during this time, but that didn't work out. Instead, I'll focus on resting, reading some books, and working on a few assignments that will be handed in shortly after break. Not quite the same exciting feeling as skiing, but who's keeping track?This

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Amanda Marie and Me, originally uploaded by lightflashes.Amanda and I are sitting on a bear rug at a house where I was staying.

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You're going to love this one...This semester I'm taking a class called "Pastoral Theology." In this class, we learn about all the typical pastor stuff - baptisms, baby dedications, traditions, service format, leading worship, etc. One of the projects we get to do is a mock "worship service." This project is done with a team of four people and we have 12 minutes to do it. Within those twelve

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You may, or may not, know that I belong to a group called "the PACk". We are five guys who started meeting every Tuesday for prayer, accountability, and community (P.A.C.). The "k" doesn't stand for anything, that's why it's little-k. Our time together has been great, especially as we get to know each other and our lives begin to blend together. For the most part, we sit around and just talk

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the "J's", originally uploaded by lightflashes.Josh, Jason C, Jason S, Jeremiah, Jay ... We just finished stuffing our faces at P. F. Changs ... Mmmm.

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This week I started a new book entitled "A Royal 'Waste' of Time" by Marva Dawn. I have been looking forward to starting this book for about two years. A friend (Kyle) recommended it to me at that time. He said it transformed his thoughts on what it means to worship God. That intrigued me because I wanted my thoughts to be transformed too. So, when he first told me about it, I wrote the title

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My hope was to start at week forty-nine, but those two weeks have quickly slipped away and now it's only/already forty-seven weeks until I graduate.In forty-seven weeks I will finish my seminary studies. That will be a glorious day! I am looking forward to what's next, though many questions need to be answered. Such as: Will I serve at a church? Where will I go? What will I be doing? I'm excited

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My mom used to keep a few pieces of sandpaper in the cupboard above our washer and dryer. I don't think she still keeps any there, but I remember that she did. And, it was so convenient to have it there. It was convenient because I loved to build things. I did the whole Pine Wood Derby competition when I was in Boy Scouts. We bought a small piece of wood, shaped it into a cool looking car,

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One benefit of growing up in rural America is that you get to have all kinds of animals. My family had five sheep (one named Woolie), two dogs, several cats (all named "Kitty"), three horses, fish, hermit crabs, a weasel, four hamsters, and one gigantic steer that my dad bought at the fair. I'm not sure why we had all those crazy animals. We didn't live on a farm. Whatever the reason, it was fun

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Commercial: Caramel Nut Crunch CerealHave you tried Caramel Nut Crunch cereal? It's amazing. I buy two boxes at a time because I don't want my cupboards to be bare. Crunch Crunch!

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From the center of the auditorium, I watched the commotion around me as men, women, and children scooted past the others in their rows to get to the steps descending toward ground-level of the dark room. They followed the stairs to the bottom where everyone seemed to float in the same general direction. They weren't really floating, but with the tune of "Glory, glory, glory" playing in the

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CNN's Headline News provides a succinct daily dose of the state of the world. Early this afternoon was no exception. Here is a summary of today's headlines:- A Jeep belonging to a family in Florida was found today. The family of four was slain days ago.- A son was arrested for possession of drugs. He is also the suspect for the murder of his two parents and three sisters.- Thirty-some football

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This first paragraph sets the stage for the rest of the story: On more than one occasion, I have clocked out of work, got in my car, and realized I needed gas. Conveniently, there’s a Shell station near the hospital where I can refuel before making the 26 mile drive back to Dallas. About as many times as I’ve had to stop at that Shell station, I have also been approached by strangers asking for

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This is why you're supposed to push start after you get on. I laugh harder every time I watch this - probably because I can relate.

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Can you have a job, live with a family, be president of the Student Council, work with a large men's ministry, take classes at seminary, have 200 phone numbers in your cell, talk to people everyday, and still feel lonely?The answer is "yes!" A thousand times over, Yes, yes, and yes! I know because I do.This morning I sat in church, alone, and couldn't help but notice that everyone around me

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A list of things I've learned while filling leadership roles. These are tried and true lessons from personal experience. As I learn new lessons, the list will grow longer.1. Make spending time with God a priority.2. Say "thank you" frequently to everyone involved in your programs, even for the smallest things.3. Always get permission to share personal information with a third party, no matter how

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“How lovely are Your dwelling places, O Lord of hosts!...How blessed are those who dwell in Your House! They are ever praising You!...O Lord of hosts, How blessed is the man who trusts in You!” Psalm 84:1, 4, 12 (NASB)These verses are very comforting. When I read them, I imagine sitting in the living room of God’s house. It has comfortable pillows, peaceful lighting…and it’s lovely. It’s the most

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One of my favorite spots to visit on the web is Relevant Magazine's "Prayer Room." It's a place where people, young and old, from all walks of life, can share their joy, worries, thanks, and pains with anyone willing to read them. I frequently visit the The "Prayer Room." It always humbles me. The posters' prayer requests are very honest, open, and frequently, sad. It's difficult to simply

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While attending Michigan State University, I was involved with the organization Campus Crusade for Christ (CCC). One of the men on staff with CCC was Erik Steffen. He was full of life and energy, and passionate about serving Jesus Christ in whatever capacity. I last spoke with him in 1996 just before he headed overseas to do mission-work with CCC. About two weeks ago, however, I got an email

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What is leadership?John Maxwell writes that "leadership is influence--nothing more, nothing less." Several people have profoundly influenced my life. When I think of leadership, I think of them.Nothing can beat the influence my DAD had on my life. He influenced me with love. He showed me how to love, most importantly, my (present & future) family.DUANE greatly influenced my life by first guiding

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Did you know there are three types of that salty fluid that oozes from the tiny pores all over your body? The first and most common type, forehead sweat, is characterized by wetness forming just below your hairline and dripping down your face. The next type, underarm sweat, saturates the underarm area of someone speaking to large audiences. It shows up best if that person wears a light blue,

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If you say the word “grumbling” over and over in your head (or out loud – depending on your comfort level), you’ll notice that it’s one of those words that’s just kind of weird. Another word that's weird is “mustard.” Say it a couple times. It’s weird. What makes these words weird? I don’t know. Maybe the weirdness is saying them over and over in your head!What does this word “grumbling” mean? I

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For those who call themselves Christ-followers, I have this question for you. When others meet you, are they affected, empowered, impressed, by the evidence of Christ in your life? Are you leaving marks of Jesus in their lives? Are there more ways to show the world that Christ is your King? This is the challenge in Mark Steele's (silent "e" on the end) book, "Flashbang."Three things about this

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I have three hopes for this blog which I call "lightflashes." Hope #1 is that it would become a creative outlet for my writing. It's my desire to post on a regular basis creative and intelligent material to stimulate dialogue with other bloggers and non-bloggers. Hope #2 is that the material posted here would be "lightflashes." As a Christ-follower, I want my writing to be lightflashes (short

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