Lost in Translation

Ok, this has nothing to do with the movie, just so you know. I haven't even seen it.

I actually had a question that I wanted to ask. I was wondering what translation is most preferred by you? What reasons do you read the translation you read? If you read multiple translations, which one do you read most often and why? And also, if you read multiple translations, why do you prefer those over other translations? And lastly, which translation do you prefer for an easy read and which one for translation accuracy? Thanks for your opinion!

Everyone's Irish on Saint Patty's day!

Ok.. so I saw this movie for the first time the other night, and I must say, it was an awesome film! I really enjoyed the cinematography of the film. A unique way of telling a story. A friend of mine said it right on when he explained that every guy would love this movie. If you're a guy, and don't like this movie.. well... you're wierd. Anyway, if you haven't seen this movie "Boondock Saints" yet, go to the store, buy some popcorn or ice cream, rent (better yet, BUY) Boondock Saints, and find someone who has a big TV and good audio and ENJOY!

Not-So Beautiful Letdown

Okay.. So, to keep this short, I let a friend down this weekend. To save you from a page of details, just know that I made a bad call and it ended with me putting doubt of my abilities at work into a friend (who's also my boss). I know he has less trust in me now because of it. Just goes to show you that I can make stupid decisions.. I'm not writing this to get pity or anything like that from anyone who decides to read this. I'm writing this to give evidence to the fact that even the striving Christian can still make dumb decisions. I guess it happens to the best of 'em. That's what "sin nature" is, right? It is important though not to succumb to the idea that "God forgives me anyway" and just give in. But on the flip side it's comforting to know that we can come before God after we give up our sin and because of Christ's propitiation on our behalf, God will see us as Holy.

Down with the Sickness

Is is just me? Or does it really seem like everyone and their brother are sick these days? Not only that, the world seems to be continually rocked with catasrophies and disasters. Alot of people suggest that we're on the brink of the last days. I tend to lean toward that conclusion myself. But instead of focusing on that, I think it's more of a concern that this world not only needs God, but needs prayer. You know how when you pray for patience, God responds with more testing of it? I think the world prays for God to show Himself to the world. But I think the world is praying for Him to show Himself by saving it. When really, he's showing Himself by the "terrible events that shake the world." I think it may be a way that He wants to draw us to Him. Think about it. A nation goes through ruin most likely brings other poeple in other countries closer together to pray for those hurting. I'm 100% positive that everything we're seeing unfold before the world's eyes are happening for God's glory. Now I'm not saying that I like seeing people in pain, or countries being terrorized. But it is pretty cool to think how God can still gain glory from any circumstance. What do you think?

Season of Pain

I don't know about everyone else. But right now it seems like Satan is on a major offensive. I have had several friends get spiritually attacked and myself as well. A few of my friends (and myself included) had their guards down when this attack came and fell. For me, it's more spiritual than some of my friends. But pain is swelling in their lives. I just want to encourage anyone that reads this to take more time than usual this week in prayer. Satan tries to exploit our weaknesses so that we will fall. He has been successful in some of these attempts, but he can never keep us down. He will ultimately fail at keeping us from our Father! Please encourage those that you know who are going through pain in their life. Open arms of compassion and love to them. We need now more than ever to embrace our brothers and sisters so they know we're not alone! With the way times are now, the world can only get worse and satan's grip only stronger until God comes for His people. We need to make a massive effort to unite in the body of Christ! Prayer is much more powerful than most of us realize. Be well, and God Bless