From the monthly archives:

June 2009

Acts 17

by Lon on June 30, 2009

Read the passage here
- Paul argued with those in the synagogue – obviously there is a case for debating – interesting that the context was with other religious leaders though
- i wonder who these ‘leading women’ were who joined Paul
- mob formed against Paul and Silas for ‘acting contrary to the decrees of the emperor, [...]

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Help Wanted

by Lon on June 30, 2009

Most of you know I’m probably in over my head – and as with all substantial hopes and dreams – it requires more than one person.  I’m always looking for all sorts of help for various kingdom advancing projects.
If you or someone you know are passionate about any of the below areas, let me know.
Spiritual [...]

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Why Plant Churches?

by Lon on June 27, 2009

While we try to keep things interactive on sunday mornings, I know some of us are looking for some straight up concrete preaching to take us through the week as well.
The great thing about living in our age is that some of the best scholars, pastors, and communicators have their messages made available online.
I’ve decided [...]

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Acts 16

by Lon on June 22, 2009

Click the link to read the entire chapter of Acts 16
- the NT always describes Paul on the go, there are several places where he stays for a couple years, and I think there’s depth behind that, but there’s a lot of being on the move.
- Timothy was circumcised anyways – was this an attempt [...]

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blog subscriptions

by Lon on June 22, 2009

Technology is suppose to enrich our faith, not take us away from it.
Here’s a short primer on what rss/subscriptions are – something i personally use to save time and stay on top of things. 
When you see an icon like this show up in a web page or at the top of your browser address [...]

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Acts 15

by Lon on June 15, 2009

Read Acts 15 here
This chapter explores how a council was held in Jerusalem to discuss whether the new believers should be circumcised.
It’s amazing how much was still up for discussion.  It’s so easy to think of the early church as idyllic untainted times, but there were weight issues that still needed to be dealt with.
This [...]

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Mission over Mockery

by Lon on June 10, 2009

Are there passions in your life that you’ve turned back from doing due to possible criticism?
Have you ever been mocked for an audacious dream or hope you have in your life?
How do we create a healthy community that speaks the truth in love, and encourages one another to flourish in God’s calling? What can [...]

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Acts 14

by Lon on June 8, 2009

You can read the Acts Chapter 14 here.
v9 – Paul looked at the man – crippled from birth intently – this was the first miracle to me. How do we expect to help and heal those around us, without really connecting with them first?
The people thought “the gods have come down to us [...]

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