Trusting God Is Logical

zac | March 29, 2009

See if this logic works for you:
If Ephesians 2:10 is true — For we are his workmanship, created in Christ Jesus for good works, which God prepared beforehand, that we should walk in them.
AND
If Philippians 1:6 is true — And I am sure of this, that he who began a good work in you will [...]

Top Ten Dumbest Gadgets O’ The Week — 03/27/09

zac | March 27, 2009

But first, here are some cool gadgets (only one this week?) you can buy for me:

Cheope Outdoor Kitchen — this would go nicely on the deck

Here are my choices for the dumbest gadgets of the week:

Kitty Wigs — I am so glad I do not have a cat
Adult Swim Towel — womtten? kittoman?
Tinkles the Toilet [...]

Frustration As Refinement

zac | March 25, 2009

Recently I had the opportunity to hang out with Shane Duffey and Brian Goodban. We talked about how God uses frustration to mold us. Shane, as usual, brought some brilliance to the conversation.
The question was this: does God allow us to be frustrated as a means of change? In other words, can God use our [...]

Top Ten Dumbest Gadgets O’ The Week — 03/20/09

zac | March 20, 2009

But first, here are some cool gadgets you can buy for me:

Touch-Sensitive Wooden LED Lamp — this makes me quite happy
Diamantini & Domeniconi Cuckoo Clock — a new take on an old trend
Remote Control Lawnmower — tank treads on mowers is a good idea
2D to 3D Coat Tree — illusion!
Blood Bath Mat — for the [...]

Long Driveways and Crusty Scabs

zac | March 15, 2009

After months of waiting, we are finally moved into our new home. We lived for several months in an upstairs apartment without any bikes, scooters, or much of a yard. The ability to go outdoors had arguably less of an impact on Mandy and me than it did on the three kids and the dog. [...]

Top Ten Dumbest Gadgets O’ The Week — 03/13/09

zac | March 13, 2009

But first, here are some cool gadgets you can buy for me:

Octopus Chandelier — adds character to any room
Gator Sconce — I would not be allowed to put this in my house
Spill Resistant Bowl — works like a gyroscope
Ruby Rocker — I need some relaxing
Numbers Table — so I can rank my guests

Here are my [...]

Unleash 2009

zac | March 12, 2009

NewSpring Church is hosting the annual Unleash conference. This year, we will be broadcasting the main sessions LIVE. If you cannot be here in Anderson, SC today, then hang out with us on the web.
Go here, and tell your friends: http://www.newspring.cc/unleash/2009/.

Distraction Leads to Destruction

zac | March 8, 2009

In a recent staff meeting, Perry exhorted us to focus. “Distraction leads to destruction.” In the past few weeks since that meeting, I have really enjoyed reflecting on this concept. If we are focused, we are efficient. When we are distracted, we succumb to destruction.
Remember the story of Peter walking on the water in [...]