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Monday Musing

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Todd
on Monday, January 21, 2008
in Blog stuff, Monday Musing and Politics
. 3 Comments

Ah, happy Monday my blog-friends. I know that I’m not supposed to blog about the fact I haven’t been blogging, but I am coming off of nearly two weeks without a post; I think something must be said. First, I have been busy. My new job is going really well – I’m going gangbusters (I don’t actually know what that means, but I adore the word). I’m fortunate to be working with some exciting clients and some awesome folks. Secondly, I’m in my blogging Dip. I need to press through the lack of inspiration, meaningful content and desire to blog so I can continue bringing hard-hitting commentaries and posts o’ inspiration. Please bear with me and send encouragement as I work to overcome my Dip.

Some examples of the needed encouragement include an email I received from one George W. Bush through my speaker info request form. Thank you to whomever sent it my way.

Speaking of “email,” I received a hilarious Spam the other day that I can’t wait to share with you. I’m not quite ready yet, but will be soon, I promise.

Speaking of “not quite ready yet,” I can’t believe how well Ron Paul is doing. Second in Nevada, ahead of Giuliani in South Carolina…it’s amazing! There’s no way he’ll win, but at least he’s sticking around long enough to broadcast his ideals – ideals that are much needed in the political non-speak so often trumpeted during the debates. If you’re rich and into giving your money to hopeless causes, you should throw some money his way during today’s fund raiser.

Speaking of “hopeless causes,” how are you handling this writer strike? Anybody started resorting to extreme measures like reading or exercising or talking to loved ones? Yeah, me neither, but I’m getting ridiculously close.

Speaking of “ridiculously close,” Breathe is beginning anew. After our initial misstep, we are pressing on to realize this vision. Since we don’t have a venue for our weekly gathering (a not-too-long-but-relatively-boring story) we are starting smaller and more intimately. Stay tuned for details.

Speaking of “details,” I’d better get ready for work.

What are you musing about this Monday? My poor transitions? The state of the strike? Share!
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Monday Musings on Tuesday

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Todd
on Tuesday, December 4, 2007
in Christmas, Monday Musing, Politics, Random and Worship
. 16 Comments
  • I have finally decided who will receive the coveted Todd Blog Presidential Endorsement: Congressman Ron Paul. Paul’s libertarian stances on taxation, the war and personal liberties match up quite well with my own. While I struggle with Paul’s statement that we caused 9/11 (which, I believe, was taken out of context), I believe that he is straightest-shooting politician on the Republican side. For those who plan on supporting Mike Huckabee, please know that he is not a true conservative candidate. While he is certainly socially conservative, his fiscal view and record are anything but. Don’t let Chuck Norris sway you.
  • I’m tired of singing songs that I don’t really understand or mean. For example, we sang “Heaven Came Down” on Sunday at my church. Don’t get me wrong, it’s a nice, fine song. But I don’t really know what I’m talking about. What does “glory filled my soul” mean? Also, what is “There’s a Stirring” about? When I die? When I come to know Jesus? And finally, does Jesus really “still feel the nails” every time I fail?
  • I heard a commercial for an upcoming Reba McEntire and Kelly Clarkson concert in Wichita. The announcer said, “Reba and Kelly Clarkson, on stage together, at last” as if people were waiting and asking for this duo. I just thought that was funny.
  • I can’t stand the “Christmas Shoes” song. Apparently, by 8:50 a.m. this morning, this dreadful song had been requested three times! Oh Wichitans, you disappoint me. That said, here, without further ado, is the Christmas Shoes music video:
  • I’ve talked about Cute Overload before, but if you haven’t visited, you simply must. If you use an RSS reader, you should add it to your feeds. Getting a daily overload of cuteness makes everyone a little more cheerful.

So, what’s going on in your world this Tuesday?

Quote of the Day

Published
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Todd
on Tuesday, October 30, 2007
in Politics
. 4 Comments
Some might compare the religious right to a snake. We may be in our
hole right now, but we can come out and bite you at any time.” - Rev. Terry Fox — Source

Quote of the day

Published
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Todd
on Monday, October 29, 2007
in Politics
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“When you mix politics and religion you get politics.” - Gene Carlson, former pastor at Westlink Christian Church, Wichita, Kan. — Source

(h/t: Kirk)

Friday Randomness

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Todd
on Friday, October 19, 2007
in Baseball, Blog stuff, Politics, Random, TV and Worship
. 8 Comments

It’s Friday. It’s been a crazy week. I’m not blogging as frequently as I should. Thus, a random post.

  • May I make two TV show recommendations? Chuck and Pushing Daisies. Both are great new shows. Both feature charming lead characters and enjoyable plots. Of the two, Daisies is my favorite. It has an irresistible charm to it. Despite the bizarre and depressing nature of the subject matter, it manages to be light-hearted and ridiculously sweet. Don’t miss either.
  • I don’t want to dedicate a whole post to this because it is too polarizing, but the Rush Limbaugh vs. Harry Reid letter feud fascinates me. The fact that the government is trying to punish a private citizen by mischaracterizing his statements (yes, they did) terrifies me. The fact that two of those who signed the letter are the front-runners for the Democratic ticket terrifies me. The fact that Rush is selling the letter on eBay thrills me. That is all I’ve got to say about that. (Unless I am provoked in the comments section.)
    • EDIT: Check out this video from Harry Reid. My personal favorite quote: “I strongly believe that when we can put our differences aside, even Harry Reid and Rush Limbaugh, we should do that and try to accomplish good things for the American people, and this does that.” How exactly did they “put differences aside?” Reid had absolutely NOTHING to do with this auction. He was trying to smear Rush. And now he’s taking credit for Limbaugh’s auction idea. Disgusting.
  • Want to do good AND drink delicious coffee? Check out Land of a Thousand Hills Coffee. If your church serves java, you should definitely check out the website as they have packages specifically designed with churches in mind.
  • Are you linking to my blog and I’m not returning the favor? Let’s remedy that. Leave your blog and a link and we’ll get you set up posthaste.
  • I’m not much of a baseball fan, but I’ve got to say I’m pretty pumped about the Rockies being in the World Series. I’m predicting it will be an Indians/Rockies World Series with the Rockies winning in five.
  • I’m not a worship leader, but if I were, this would be my setlist:
    • To Build a Home – Cinematic Orchestra (played as people were filing in to find a seat)
    • I Stand Amazed – North Point Live version
    • Jesus Paid it All – North Point Live version
    • Mighty to Save – Hillsong United
    • Inside Out – Hillsong United
    • Saviour King – Hillsong United (played during communion – a very long communion)
    • In Christ Alone – Stuart Townend

Well that’s it. Have an awesome weekend. If none of the above thoughts inspire a comment, why not tell everybody what your weekend plans are – unless of course said plans require you to leave your house empty or your spouse alone, in which case, you should probably make something up.

Have fun.

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NOTE: I have no ambition/gifts to actually become a worship leader. I don’t play an instrument, I don’t sing very well, my worship sets would all be more than 45 minutes and I get fixated on worship songs for months at a time. However, if your church is looking for a part-time worship planner, I’m your guy. I’ll tell you what songs to lead and in what order, pick out appropriate contemplative worship background slides and argue about why my choices are the right ones and you hired me to do this job, so you’d better trust me. If interested in hiring THAT type of position, feel free to contact me.

Christian Conservatives Consider Third Party

Published
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Todd
on Monday, October 1, 2007
in Politics
. 12 Comments
Alarmed at the chance that the Republican party might pick Rudolph Giuliani as its presidential nominee despite his support for abortion rights, a coalition of influential Christian conservatives is threatening to back a third-party candidate in an attempt to stop him.

Read the full article here.

Well, I can’t say I’m entirely saddened by this move. Maybe it will expose the folly of Christians pursuing governmental evangelism. The thing that does sadden me a little is the fact that this third-party candidate will likely guarantee a Democratic president for the next four years.

What do you think?

I promise I’ll get to the blog-series soon. It’s been a crazy couple of days!
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(link h/t: Hayley)