Sacred Revolution

where do i Sign up?

sacredrevolution — Sun, 20 Jul 2008 00:24:49 +0000

This cracks me up! I guess the Japanese are tired of playing Tetris on the computer?

[HT: Troy Philips]

a conversation with the Devil

sacredrevolution — Mon, 14 Jul 2008 04:03:51 +0000

With gas prices at record levels and all the uncertainty in the economy today – money is a big topic of conversation.

My church sat down with the devil and talked about how he uses money as a tool for his work. If you are very religious, you might get offended by this interview. Loosen up!

Man …..this reminder sucks, because I’ve got the new iPhone on the brain!

‘Get wisdom – it’s worth more than money; choose insight over income every time.’ (Prov 16:16)

Indian culture & advertising

sacredrevolution — Sun, 13 Jul 2008 04:25:53 +0000

This cracks me up! Til death do us part …..and beyond!

swarming around ONE thing

sacredrevolution — Sun, 13 Jul 2008 04:16:09 +0000

Until you grasp the essence of this swarm video – you may not find it relevant.

If you do get it – your mind will start running a million miles an hour on the possibilities of collaboration. Put in simple terms:

If we’d try to understand people, situations, places and things just a little bit better – we’ll communicate more clearly and may stumble upon genius … together.

When you connect with people that are passionate about the same thing – they infect you with their intense fire. Pieces of them stay with you as you continue your journey.

Sport, Worship, Technology, Places, Food, Love ….just name it.

In other words – this is how revolutions are birthed. Are you stuck or a revolution?

“Humanity does not pass through phases as a train passes through stations. Being alive, it has the privilege of always moving yet never leaving anything behind.

Whatever we have been, in some sort we are still.“

C.S.Lewis.

‘… beautiful! Together in life, together in death. Swifter than plummeting eagles, stronger than proud lions.’ (2 Sam 1:23)

Stuck in my own perspective

sacredrevolution — Sun, 13 Jul 2008 04:01:07 +0000

Something deep inside me tells me I’ve done this a few times …. Sometimes, I think I know just a little bit too much.

‘The stuck-up fall flat on their faces, but down-to-earth people stand firm.‘ (Prov 11:2)

reflections on a Piano

sacredrevolution — Sun, 13 Jul 2008 01:38:46 +0000

I’ve had this music playing in the background as I did some work today.

The music is beautiful. The story told in the video continues to remind me how important it is to …. see the opportunity of every moment.

That’s vision. It’s about recognizing when you can seize the moment. It’s less about predicting the future.

Sometimes we get suckered into passing on an opportunity cause we worry about what others will think. It happens to me. I stop being authentic in that moment.

Some people think I’m crazy. They’re right. I make a lot of mistakes and I’m okay with that. I also have many moments of incredible joy in my life.

I’m not interested in a sterile life or arriving safely at death.

“So watch your step. User your head. Make the most of every chance you get. These are desperate times. Don’t live carelessly, unthinkingly. Make sure you understand what the Master wants.“ Eph 5:15-17

my World

sacredrevolution — Sat, 12 Jul 2008 22:00:48 +0000

Just in case anybody wants to work in healthcare and try to convince doctors that adopting technology can transform how they take care of patients.

“I get bullied a lot …”

sacredrevolution — Sat, 12 Jul 2008 15:12:10 +0000

Words from a 13 year old and from people around the globe making a difference. Love what one of the judges says to young Andrew:

“……the thing about school bullies, they don’t like you for one reason. You’ve got more talent than they could ever dream of having. Ever!”

Good words for me this week. I gotta remember to stand up and sing.

Do you ever get labeled?

A wise youth makes hay while the sun shines, but what a shame to see a lad who sleeps away his hour of opportunity. (Prov 10:5)

Define yourself

sacredrevolution — Sun, 06 Jul 2008 21:37:55 +0000

I had plans today. But they got derailed by almost 5 hours of flight delays in Atlanta (yes, I’m flying Delta). Turns out the delay is exactly what I needed.

Sitting at the On the Border munching on chicken enchildas in Terminal T – I watched what’s probably the best men’s tennis match ever played. It was the 5 time champion, Roger Federer Vs the challenger, Rafael Nadal. I’m happy my plans got derailed because I was reminded of what it takes to be a champion.

As great as today’s Wimbeldon Final was …..I wish there was video on what each player did to prepare. The excellent tennis and drama was in response to the hours and hours of hard work on the tennis court, speed track and the weight room that nobody will ever see. Sweat equity.

Makes me think about what I’m preparing for today. What did I do today that is putting me in position so when I have a championship moment …..my response comes from the overflow of my preparation? How many championship moments passed me by because I wasn’t even in position to recognize the moment?

We’ll hear plenty about Rafael Nadal winning – what will probably go down as the greatest Wimbeldon final ever. Nice work Rafa & Roger! Strong, strong work! Thanks for disrupting my day and making me think about what I’m doing to define myself.

Simple. Incredible. Real.

sacredrevolution — Fri, 04 Jul 2008 03:39:08 +0000

Just spent an hour watching these 2 videos. The first video sets up the story for the second video. My busy life just grounded to a halt.

As we get ready to celebrate a day of Freedom tomorrow here in the US – I dunno … I think I got a taste of what being free really means.

I felt in control of my life earlier today. This video reminded me that I’m only in control of one thing – my choice to worship.

Stars & Stripes. Life & Healing. Revolutionary Love. Incredible Faith. Makes me whisper three words: ‘Thank you Jesus’ & ‘God Bless America’.

[HT: Steven Brewster for sharing this with the world]