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Luke 2:41-52: Where Else But Home

May 29, 2017

Luke writes with major foreshadowing of the time that would be coming. For Jesus seemingly went missing and was found on the third day. Furthermore, He was found keeping about the business of His heavenly Father and proclaiming the good news to all who would receive it. This is the same thing with His crucifixion. For Mary, this was a difficult time fearing she had not only lost her son but had lost the Son of Man. For Jesus, however, when he noticed that His community had left Him, He knew to seek solace in the house of His Heavenly Father.

Crowns of Men: The Crown of Self-Righteousness

May 22, 2017

It has always been a rather large temptation for me to define my worth by my achievements. For whatever reason, there has been this need to prove myself as “good enough” or fully capable to handle myself in any circumstance. While I may have tried to define my self worth as a person by my achievements, every time I earned one, the pleasure may have lasted for a while, but ultimately the crown of achievement was not able to sustain a deep internal need. For many of us, we do everything in our power to wear the crown of achievements on our head because it makes us feel special, important, and loved, but ultimately, that deeper sense of meaning and purpose cannot come from our actions.

Nobody Special 009 Rompers Are Dumb There I Said It

May 19, 2017

We have apparently been on a bit of a dark stretch for the past month or so and are trying to find some things to lighten up the podcast. Unfortunately, the first thing Danny found has Rompers for men and had to deal with the fact that these are real. Back to the drawing board I guess. Also, we look at Guardians of the Galaxy and ask “Will it preach?” You betcha! Also, we look at perseverance and what it means to be a friend of God.

Crowns of Men: The Crown of Achievements

May 15, 2017

It has always been a rather large temptation for me to define my worth by my achievements. For whatever reason, there has been this need to prove myself as “good enough” or fully capable to handle myself in any circumstance. While I may have tried to define my self worth as a person by my achievements, every time I earned one, the pleasure may have lasted for a while, but ultimately the crown of achievement was not able to sustain a deep internal need. For many of us, we do everything in our power to wear the crown of achievements on our head because it makes us feel special, important, and loved, but ultimately, that deeper sense of meaning and purpose cannot come from our actions.

Crowns of Men: The Crown of Treasures

May 8, 2017

With John’s Revelation, we are given a glimpse into the spiritual side of the story that God weaves throughout human history. This hotly debated book remains one of the few parts that Christians stand in eager expectation of its coming rather than a record of the past events of the faith. With its fantastical depiction of the end of days and the victory of Christ over the forces of nature, Revelation shows us that Christ already won and secured our victory. However strong this may be, we are catching up and eagerly awaiting the promised finale. Nonetheless, God is still seated on the throne. Whatever accomplishments we may earn as we await the coming of eternity, compared to the fullness of God’s victory, they will fall short.

Nobody Special 008 13 Reasons Why I’m Going To See Guardians 2

May 5, 2017

Marvel mania has started this week! With so much going on in the world of neediness, the boys see who can out nerd the other. Guardians of the Galaxy 2 premiers this weekend and Danny really wants Chris Pratt to hang out with him. Chris if you are reading this… please?

Also, we discuss the highly discussed Netflix Original series 13 Reasons Why and how to handle the topic of self harm, depression, and suicide. Not the cheeriest subject, but a real one none the less.

Crowns of Men: Laying Down Your Crowns

May 1, 2017

With John’s Revelation, we are given a glimpse into the spiritual side of the story that God weaves throughout human history. This hotly debated book remains one of the few parts that Christians stand in eager expectation of its coming rather than a record of the past events of the faith. With its fantastical depiction of the end of days and the victory of Christ over the forces of nature, Revelation shows us that Christ already won and secured our victory. However strong this may be, we are catching up and eagerly awaiting the promised finale. Nonetheless, God is still seated on the throne. Whatever accomplishments we may earn as we await the coming of eternity, compared to the fullness of God’s victory, they will fall short.

Luke 2:22-40 Awaiting The Timing

April 24, 2017

Make no mistake, shepherds were dirty people. Not morally, although maybe they were, but they were often covered in dirt, sweat and grime. For the sake of protecting the flock, they would stay with the sheep, sleeping in the fields. They smelled like livestock and were not the upper class of society. If you were planning an event for the coming of the King of the Universe, more than likely, you would overlook the shepherds. Yet, it was to the lowly shepherds that the angels announced the birth of the Savior.

Nobody Special 007 By The Hammer of Luther

April 20, 2017

This week the boys have a conversation about politics and loving our neighbor. Martin Luther. Also we try and come up with catch phrases because why not. Martin Luther. And we discuss how Facebook live is changing our culture and how Christians should live. Martin Luther. Christian The Gospel Outpost Presents Nobody Special.

Holy Week: Easter and Our Eternity

April 17, 2017

I will never be able to fully comprehend the pain and suffering that Christ endured on the cross. Yet that is precisely the point. I am not supposed to understand fully. Christ, taking my punishment on my behalf, took what was rightfully mine so that I would not have to carry it. After all, I don’t have the ability to do so. From His sacrifice, though, I put to death my flesh and am crucified with Christ, not to earn His love, but in response to it.