Here are some great sermons to listen to that touch on Femininity and Masculinity. We talked about these two subjects on Sunday 6/28/09. Both sermons are by Mark Driscoll and I recommend them both to all of you. They are a steamed video but you can download the video or audio by clicking download in the box in the lower right hand corner.
Women and Femininity
http://www.marshillchurch.org/media/proverbs/women-and-femininity
Men and Masculinity
http://www.marshillchurch.org/media/proverbs/men-and-masculinity
Sunday, June 28, 2009
Tuesday, June 23, 2009
Discussion: Masculinity and Femininity 6/28/09
What is the meaning Masculinity and Femininity, and how should this be displayed by Christians?
If you have ever seen Home Improvement you would know of Tim the Tool Man Taylor. If you haven't seen the show Tim is the sort of guy who has every tool known to man, works on cars, grunts and all the things you would think of in a manly man. Is this the meaning of being masculine? How does the arts play into masculinity?
Women the calling for you Biblically is to care for the family see Proverbs 31, does a picture of the mom off of Leave it to Beaver pop into mind? This is a woman with an apron, baking and cooking, cleaning the house. Is being proper the meaning of being feminine? What about women taking up traditionally men’s role ie military, construction etc.
Does clothing, hairstyle, the way we talk affect a persons masculinity or femininity? What does the Bible say about these the role of men and women, and does this affect ones masculinity or femininity?
If you have ever seen Home Improvement you would know of Tim the Tool Man Taylor. If you haven't seen the show Tim is the sort of guy who has every tool known to man, works on cars, grunts and all the things you would think of in a manly man. Is this the meaning of being masculine? How does the arts play into masculinity?
Women the calling for you Biblically is to care for the family see Proverbs 31, does a picture of the mom off of Leave it to Beaver pop into mind? This is a woman with an apron, baking and cooking, cleaning the house. Is being proper the meaning of being feminine? What about women taking up traditionally men’s role ie military, construction etc.
Does clothing, hairstyle, the way we talk affect a persons masculinity or femininity? What does the Bible say about these the role of men and women, and does this affect ones masculinity or femininity?
Thursday, June 18, 2009
Here are some pictures from Erin and Sean's Wedding. I meant to post these a long time ago and haven't have the time. Congrats Erin and Sean, we miss you a lot.
Tuesday, June 16, 2009
Discussion: Obedience, Respect, and Honoring Parents 6/21/09
We are kicking off our summer session with a BBQ, HS grads, and a new series that will challenge us to think about our world view.
In light of Eph. 6:1 or Col 3:20 and Exodus 20:12 as young adults are we still children and how does obedience, respect, and honoring our parents play into this time in our life.
Please be ready to discuss. Since this is our first time doing this I will give you some direction but don't make this a crutch by just answering these questions.
Is there a difference between honoring and obeying your parents?
Read Gen 2
Are there any other passages that talk about young men or young women?
What does the world say?
Does having Godly parents make a difference?
How does this affect me?
Resources:
http://www.gty.org/
http://www.desiringgod.org/
In light of Eph. 6:1 or Col 3:20 and Exodus 20:12 as young adults are we still children and how does obedience, respect, and honoring our parents play into this time in our life.
Please be ready to discuss. Since this is our first time doing this I will give you some direction but don't make this a crutch by just answering these questions.
Is there a difference between honoring and obeying your parents?
Read Gen 2
Are there any other passages that talk about young men or young women?
What does the world say?
Does having Godly parents make a difference?
How does this affect me?
Resources:
http://www.gty.org/
http://www.desiringgod.org/
Monday, May 25, 2009
GeoCaching
May 17, 2009
We took the day to enjoy the wonderful weather and went to Coeur D'Alene for lunch and to go geocaching in Tubbs Hill. Just wanted to share a few pictures of our adventure.
Here is the cool team although we lost we had fun.
Tuesday, March 10, 2009
Chapter 1: The Climax and the Key
This chapter is all about the cross the centrality of it. The cross can drive us to tears to know the pain that our Savior had to through because of what we did and yet give us the greatest joy as we rejoice in our salvation.
While serving in youth ministry I longed for more depth and theological debate, but in youth we typically talked about the basics and many conversations and teachings were focused around the cross. In my boredom and lack of awe-ness of the cross, I realize now that those were messages were meant for me. The cross should inspire us to remember who we were and what Christ has done for us. Our expression should be a sense of gratitude for the sacrifice, bewilderment of why did HE do this for someone like me, joy, thankfulness, inspiration, amazement, zeal...instead of a ho-hum attitude.
Practical Application:
How is your attitude towards the things of the Lord?
If you are not excited and you are having a hard time enjoying your relationship with Christ I strongly suggest getting with fellow believers, spending more time praying and reading The Word, and continue reading this book.
Do you share your testimony?
Christ's death on the cross and resurrection should inspire you to share what HE has done in your life. Your testimony is made up of three main parts.
-What was your life like before you met Christ
-How He drew you into His loving arms - How did you come to know Christ
-How has Christ changed your life
To those that don't know how God has changed your life you may want to spend more time with Him. He will reveal how sinful you were and humble you as grow and learn about what it means to be a Christian. I should also warn you that faith without works is dead, if you confess that Christ is your Lord and Savior and have confessed of your sins then you should see Christ working in your life.
While serving in youth ministry I longed for more depth and theological debate, but in youth we typically talked about the basics and many conversations and teachings were focused around the cross. In my boredom and lack of awe-ness of the cross, I realize now that those were messages were meant for me. The cross should inspire us to remember who we were and what Christ has done for us. Our expression should be a sense of gratitude for the sacrifice, bewilderment of why did HE do this for someone like me, joy, thankfulness, inspiration, amazement, zeal...instead of a ho-hum attitude.
Practical Application:
How is your attitude towards the things of the Lord?
If you are not excited and you are having a hard time enjoying your relationship with Christ I strongly suggest getting with fellow believers, spending more time praying and reading The Word, and continue reading this book.
Do you share your testimony?
Christ's death on the cross and resurrection should inspire you to share what HE has done in your life. Your testimony is made up of three main parts.
-What was your life like before you met Christ
-How He drew you into His loving arms - How did you come to know Christ
-How has Christ changed your life
To those that don't know how God has changed your life you may want to spend more time with Him. He will reveal how sinful you were and humble you as grow and learn about what it means to be a Christian. I should also warn you that faith without works is dead, if you confess that Christ is your Lord and Savior and have confessed of your sins then you should see Christ working in your life.
Tuesday, February 24, 2009
UGM
Last night we were at the UGM and we served about 300 people over a course of an hour and a half. It was interesting to see the all the different people, women, children, teens, and some looked like they were middle class folk who you would expect to see. Needless to say it feels good to be able to serve within our community. I believe that this is how God intended for us to be helping the poor. That you go out there and give of your time and money to organizations like the UGM.
Afterwards we went to Lindamans to enjoy the rest of the evening with food and conversation. I enjoy these times not just because you guys are fun to hang out with but we have a common bond that allows us to encourage, and learn about our faith. Now only if we can get Nathan to be quite so others can get a word in ;) Jessica thanks for reminding me of this - http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tTYr3JuueF4
For those of you who were unable to make it you missed out, but don't worry we'll have other opportunities for you to enjoy serving. We are planning a few things and will be serving at the UGM again.
I asked one of my co-workers for a place with good dessert and he suggest Lindamans. He then asked why and I told him what we were serving at the UGM and wanted to go somewhere afterwards. His next comment struck me "so the food/dessert at the UGM isn't good enough for you huh?" Even though he said this jokingly, because he proceeded to talk about socialism. I didn't feel guilty about going when he asked nor did I while I was eating my coconut cream pie (which was amazing). Nevertheless I felt I should write about this.
God gives and takes away, he blesses some financially and not others. I am thankful that Mandy and I are blessed in this way and not dependant on handouts. The calling for us who have is to give generously.
I Timothy 6:17-19
17Command those who are rich in this present world not to be arrogant nor to put their hope in wealth, which is so uncertain, but to put their hope in God, who richly provides us with everything for our enjoyment. 18Command them to do good, to be rich in good deeds, and to be generous and willing to share. 19In this way they will lay up treasure for themselves as a firm foundation for the coming age, so that they may take hold of the life that is truly life.
Paul is talking to about the rich and you might be thinking I'm not rich. We'll I would have to disagree if you own your own car, have an education and a job, you don't worry about where your next meal is coming from, if you have shelter. Want more... :D one of my favorite subjects - economics. There is a theory/method of measure called PPP (purchase power parity), this is used to measure the ability of a country to buy goods and services around the world. This
measure is based on the US dollar and takes into consideration inflation and cost of living. If you look at a PPP per capita, pink is the highest being over $38,000 per capita the US and a couple of European countries are in this catagory as of 2007. There are other agencies that do these reports as well, this one being from World Bank, others include the IMF and the US does one as well I believe it is the CIA. We are rich and being that we are, we are to give generously.
Afterwards we went to Lindamans to enjoy the rest of the evening with food and conversation. I enjoy these times not just because you guys are fun to hang out with but we have a common bond that allows us to encourage, and learn about our faith. Now only if we can get Nathan to be quite so others can get a word in ;) Jessica thanks for reminding me of this - http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tTYr3JuueF4
For those of you who were unable to make it you missed out, but don't worry we'll have other opportunities for you to enjoy serving. We are planning a few things and will be serving at the UGM again.
I asked one of my co-workers for a place with good dessert and he suggest Lindamans. He then asked why and I told him what we were serving at the UGM and wanted to go somewhere afterwards. His next comment struck me "so the food/dessert at the UGM isn't good enough for you huh?" Even though he said this jokingly, because he proceeded to talk about socialism. I didn't feel guilty about going when he asked nor did I while I was eating my coconut cream pie (which was amazing). Nevertheless I felt I should write about this.
God gives and takes away, he blesses some financially and not others. I am thankful that Mandy and I are blessed in this way and not dependant on handouts. The calling for us who have is to give generously.
I Timothy 6:17-19
17Command those who are rich in this present world not to be arrogant nor to put their hope in wealth, which is so uncertain, but to put their hope in God, who richly provides us with everything for our enjoyment. 18Command them to do good, to be rich in good deeds, and to be generous and willing to share. 19In this way they will lay up treasure for themselves as a firm foundation for the coming age, so that they may take hold of the life that is truly life.
Paul is talking to about the rich and you might be thinking I'm not rich. We'll I would have to disagree if you own your own car, have an education and a job, you don't worry about where your next meal is coming from, if you have shelter. Want more... :D one of my favorite subjects - economics. There is a theory/method of measure called PPP (purchase power parity), this is used to measure the ability of a country to buy goods and services around the world. This
measure is based on the US dollar and takes into consideration inflation and cost of living. If you look at a PPP per capita, pink is the highest being over $38,000 per capita the US and a couple of European countries are in this catagory as of 2007. There are other agencies that do these reports as well, this one being from World Bank, others include the IMF and the US does one as well I believe it is the CIA. We are rich and being that we are, we are to give generously.