Blindness by Michael Snowdon: How precious is sight?

Blindness from Michael Snowdon on Vimeo.
Excellent video set to the instrumental of 'Nothing But the Blood' by Page CXVI. Of whom is currently streaming songs from their upcoming album Hymns III. If you have not heard any of their contemporary renditions of classic hymns, they are well worth the listen.

Proclaim release to the captives: Desiring God, John Piper @ Angola Prison

Praise God for faithful men and women who go into the prisons across this nation, and in others. Prisoners, not just spiritual captives, but literal lifers, need Christ too. Not just suburbanites, not just third worlders, everyone needs Christ.

From the Desiring God website.

If you weren't able to sign up for the film premiere of Don't Waste Your Life Sentence, or if live too far away to have even considered it, we're happy to announce that you can still join us . . . online!

At the same time this Friday that we're showing the film premiere to our live audience here in Minneapolis (7:30pm CT), we will also be streaming the whole thing live on the Don't Waste Your Life Sentence webpage.

So this is your official invitation to join us online this Friday, August 20th, to hear some amazing testimonies about how God has been working behind bars at Angola State Penitentiary.
Here's the trailer again, just in case:

Former Muslim Nabeel Qureshi Answers The Dearborn Mayor And Critics

Okay, since the local ministries in Dearborn believe that Acts 17 Apologetics are just troublemakers, and the Dearborn Mayor accuses them of being greasy money grubbing evangelists trying to raise money by making a stir, maybe it would help to hear what Nabeel Qureshi has to say regarding the matter?

A Marvelous Light - Mark's Testimony, A Former PKO Rapper.

Please check out this month's featured testimony. His name is Mark, and he was once a rapper who lived the street/thug life. He wants to share what Christ has done in his life, and through the changing power of salvation by grace through faith. You can view it in the upper right column of the blog. I hope you enjoy.

Testimony of Wally Magdangal

Thinking about persecution of our brothers and sisters in lands where it is abundant it is something I do regularly. I have embedded a video of Wally Magdangal, a man who served as a Pastor in Saudi Arabia, was imprisoned, and tortured for his faith in Jesus Christ. But, Wally's persecution was not in vain, but for Christ's glory. Play the video and see the highlighted version of his full DVD. You can find his website, and DVD at Christians In Crisis International.

Francis Chan Speaks Regarding Persecuted Christians: Update

A brother of mine from our local assembly sent some of the Saints a video via Facebook. His plea was for us to first pray, and secondly, consider our ease as Christians in America. Please watch the video, and as you do, think about what you currently are doing to spread the good news of the Lord Jesus Christ.

Update 02/28/10: Justin Taylor at Between Two Worlds has posted regarding the video previously shown here by Francis Chan and the persecution of Christians. I am in agreement with the following statement made.

I’ve been in touch with the folks from Cornerstone Community Church, and the videos are being pulled until their accuracy can be verified.

The question is not, as one commenter thought, about whether or not we doubt that severe persecution is occurring in India or in other parts of the world. The question is whether or not the footage in these videos is depicting Christians being persecuted for their faith. If it’s not, we don’t want to show it, as doing so knowingly would be both misleading and manipulative.

I apologize for my contribution to any confusion. I hope this doesn’t distract from the fact that such persecution is real and terrible, requiring prayers for our brothers and sisters. Again, I commend to you The Voice of the Martyrs for ways to get involved and informed.

I will try to post an update as soon as I hear more on this as well, and also agree with the apology for adding to any confusion. Needless to say, I feel that the images (be it they are Christians or not) brings to mind the imagery of believers being persecuted for their faith, it can, and DOES happen. So as stated originally, let us pray!

The Big Red Tractor: A Modern Day Parable

Here is an interesting video demonstrating the paradigm of 'Doing Church.' It was originally presented at The Verge10 Conference by Francis Chan. It is not deep seeded with theological nuggets, but is brimming with insight that we could all stand to listen to, especially those of us who are 'Church Goers.' Francis Chan gives an explanation at the end of the animated segment that clarifies any confusion viewers might have while watching it. So if you do not get it at first, you will if you hang out until the end. The original post resides @ SimpleChurch Journal.

(HT: Alan Knox)

Enjoy the video...

The Big Red Tractor from Jacob Lewis on Vimeo.

And They Crucified Him - Art Katz

True Love by Phil Wickham "FanVid"

I have to say that Phil Wickham is one of my favorite artists right now. Check out this fan made video with the song "True Love"

True Love by Phil Wickham from Steve V on Vimeo.

Treasuring Him - DWYL Sermon Jam (Desiring God/1031SermonJams)

Sermon jam: Treasuring Him (produced by www.1031sermonjams.com)
Video: Produced by Desiring God (Seth the Intern)
Sermon excerpts: John Piper

Don't Waste Your Life Sermon Jams Album available at www.1031sermonjams.com or iTunes.

All I can say is...Yup...

Dearborn MI: Arab Festival and the Abrogation of Free Speech II

Here is the third video from the final encounter that occurred between the Christians and the Muslims at the Arab festival. Remember, go to AnsweringMuslims to get more updates and information on Muslim debate, videos, and updates on the ministry of Acts17. Good stuff.

Dearborn, MI: Arab Festival and the Abrogation of Free Speech

Believe it or not, things are still winding down from the conference. There has been so much going on that it would take days to share all the blessings, trials, speakers, prayers, professions of faith in Christ, and oh yeah the stifling of constitutional freedoms, the silencing of Gospel proclamation, and good ol' fashioned persecution.

Some of the debates went exceptionally well, and some were just a dogs' breakfast, but all of the training and information has been priceless. I can honestly say that for the third year in a row I've become increasingly more concerned about the Muslims here in Dearborn and will be (and in need of yours) prayer regarding the direction of ministry and future evangelism efforts. I hope to be posting some updates about what I've learned, some insights I want to share, and information about the direction I hope to go. Plus, the best part, some stories that are glorifying to God as I witnessed Him raise up many laborers to go into the field to harvest!

In the meantime, check out some of those who were here with us for the debates and to do outreach at the festival. They've had some interesting experiences and would direct you to their blog to hear it in their own words at AnsweringMuslims. I've included the videos from their two most recent posts and encourage you to consider (if you are from Detroit) joining us in reaching our lost Muslim neighbors for Christ!

The Fire

I'm willing to bet that this brother didn't intend for this to become a viral video, or a self-righteous promotion of piety, or a means of showing you of how much better you are than him/her. I do think and would bet that he has made this because his burden for those that are deceived is great.
Amen for this brother's courage. His name is Nate and you can also view/link this video on Blip.TV

Don't Waste Your Life

DG's media team partnered with Reach Records to make a hip-hop video encapsulating the message of John Piper's Don't Waste Your Life.

The Glory of God - Paris Reidhead

I heard this sermon a few years ago. It stirred quite a motion in the depths of my spirit and motivated me to a desire for righteousness. It also motivated me to mission. It at the fabric of it's message summarizes the call to Christian purpose....

Listen to this clip from Paris Reidhead's sermon - Ten Shekels and a Shirt
(HT: The Bravehearted Gospel)

Way of The Master Season III - Premiere

Tonight at 7:00 pm, Comcast channel 18 in Romulus, MI. The first episode of Way of The Master Season III aired. You can watch the series (if your local to the Wayne, Belleville, Taylor, and Romulus communities) every Wednesday at 7:00 pm. If you are tired of Christian fluff and looking for something that expounds upon Biblical principles and seeks to teach the church a need for return to Biblical Evangelism.

Here is a preview,

Scripture Interpretation - Seriousness or Just a Game?

The Gospel

Please, consider your eternal destination. If you do not know Jesus Christ as Lord click the first button and read very carefully, with an open bible and examine the verses to understand where we as human beings stand before a just and holy Creator. Secondly, the video will present to you the need for the ongoing devotion and adherence to the Gospel of Jesus Christ as our sustenance and joy.

The Gospel in six-minutes from Pastor John Piper.

Can you feel this?

Listen to the words, then tell me, have you ever felt this way? Do you feel this way? How many of us are humble enough to admit our struggle? Can you say that pride and arrogance are not a dilemma faced daily? I feel these words, this struggle, and battle with this dilemma daily. Pray for me...

Al Mohler t4G '06

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