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Sunday, April 17, 2005
Thursday, April 14, 2005
Gladiator?
Yeah, I'm no Russell Crowe. But this was at our recent men's retreat here in central Ohio. The theme of the retreat was "Wild at Heart" based on John Eldredge's book with that same name.
Basically, the book assumes that most church-going men are either bored or pressured to be merely "nice guys."
Eldredge lets men know that we were created by God to have great influence in our world - to have an adventuresome faith, to stand up in the battle for what's right, and to treat women with honor and love.
Basically, the book assumes that most church-going men are either bored or pressured to be merely "nice guys."
Eldredge lets men know that we were created by God to have great influence in our world - to have an adventuresome faith, to stand up in the battle for what's right, and to treat women with honor and love.
Speech I
I remember taking Speech class in 9th grade. I always got a rush out of giving a talk, sharing, or communicating with people. I had no idea I'd be doing it for a living.
I love to speak, and especially to talk about Jesus Christ and the hope, forgiveness, and love He offers all of us.
I'm currently doing a series on The Case for Faith, addressing five tough challenges to Christianity - for some people they represent reasons NOT to believe in God or Jesus Christ.
This week's topic is "Is Jesus really the ONLY way to God?" Well, that's what the Bible claims, and what Jesus himself said (John 14:6). Ironically, right as I type this, I'm watching Larry King interview reps from five different religions, comparing their different approaches to God.
Anyhow, next weekend (April 22-23), I'm speaking to the Campus Crusade retreat from Ohio Wesleyan University. About a month ago, I got to speak at their weekly meeting of about 50 students, and had a GREAT time.
Thanks to Mrs. Feldman, my 9th-grade speech teacher. I had no idea I'd be here, about 15 years later, in a career that I love, doing public speaking on a regular basis. It's always a challenge, always a thrill, and always an opportunity to learn and grow.
I love to speak, and especially to talk about Jesus Christ and the hope, forgiveness, and love He offers all of us.
I'm currently doing a series on The Case for Faith, addressing five tough challenges to Christianity - for some people they represent reasons NOT to believe in God or Jesus Christ.
This week's topic is "Is Jesus really the ONLY way to God?" Well, that's what the Bible claims, and what Jesus himself said (John 14:6). Ironically, right as I type this, I'm watching Larry King interview reps from five different religions, comparing their different approaches to God.
Anyhow, next weekend (April 22-23), I'm speaking to the Campus Crusade retreat from Ohio Wesleyan University. About a month ago, I got to speak at their weekly meeting of about 50 students, and had a GREAT time.
Thanks to Mrs. Feldman, my 9th-grade speech teacher. I had no idea I'd be here, about 15 years later, in a career that I love, doing public speaking on a regular basis. It's always a challenge, always a thrill, and always an opportunity to learn and grow.
Sunday Experience...
Here's the view on Sunday from the back of our church. You can click on it to enlarge for this view of Easter Sunday.
Easter Greetings?
Here's the picture we would have put on our Easter card, which of course we didn't do this year. We probably won't do one next year. But this is the Underwood family at Easter Sunday 2005.
Yeah, Dad is sporting a new suit courtesy of a great sale at Kohl's, along with a 30% coupon.
We had a terrifie Easter Sunday at church, and I have more pics to blog and post...
Yeah, Dad is sporting a new suit courtesy of a great sale at Kohl's, along with a 30% coupon.
We had a terrifie Easter Sunday at church, and I have more pics to blog and post...
Monday, April 11, 2005
Count the people!
In this picture, you probably recognize Jennie Underwood, Allie Underwood, and maybe even Jill Bahry.
Jill (and her husband Dan) are two of God's greatest gifts to us as friends from Akron, and Jill came down to visit Jennie and spend the day in Columbus together. Of course they found some great deals at Polaris Mall. Who knew that there were other stores down there besides "The Buckeye Room"?
Anyhow, there's a FOURTH person in the picture. Kaden Bahry (inside of Jill) is due to be born on July 10th! Kaden is already a Browns fan, already a big movie buff, and is planning to leave lots of LONG answering machine messages. The hope of Jill's visit was that - from inside her womb - Kaden would hear Allie's voice and her laugh, and instantly fall in love. You can never start too early in trying to woo her heart.
The list of suitors is growing by the week. I am going to have to fight these dudes off, and I'm not afraid to use force. Even though I'm a pastor and shouldn't bet, the favorites to win the first chance at Allie's heart include the following stallions - Logan Jeffries, Kaden Bahry, Zeke Wright, Turner Burns, Ben Firestine, Jack Fuller, Jack Ostovic, and - of course - Noah Sommers.
"Noah, when'd you get here?"
Aye, Noah Sommers was welcomed into the world this past Saturday, sometime after 7pm, to his proud parents - Chadd & Cory Sommers! Congratulations you guys! Can't wait to post a picture of Noah and Allie on their first date at Pancho's!
Jill (and her husband Dan) are two of God's greatest gifts to us as friends from Akron, and Jill came down to visit Jennie and spend the day in Columbus together. Of course they found some great deals at Polaris Mall. Who knew that there were other stores down there besides "The Buckeye Room"?
Anyhow, there's a FOURTH person in the picture. Kaden Bahry (inside of Jill) is due to be born on July 10th! Kaden is already a Browns fan, already a big movie buff, and is planning to leave lots of LONG answering machine messages. The hope of Jill's visit was that - from inside her womb - Kaden would hear Allie's voice and her laugh, and instantly fall in love. You can never start too early in trying to woo her heart.
The list of suitors is growing by the week. I am going to have to fight these dudes off, and I'm not afraid to use force. Even though I'm a pastor and shouldn't bet, the favorites to win the first chance at Allie's heart include the following stallions - Logan Jeffries, Kaden Bahry, Zeke Wright, Turner Burns, Ben Firestine, Jack Fuller, Jack Ostovic, and - of course - Noah Sommers.
"Noah, when'd you get here?"
Aye, Noah Sommers was welcomed into the world this past Saturday, sometime after 7pm, to his proud parents - Chadd & Cory Sommers! Congratulations you guys! Can't wait to post a picture of Noah and Allie on their first date at Pancho's!
Wake up!!
This is the normal view for those who walk in on Allie in the morning. She's pulling herself up to stand inside her crib, sometimes jumping and shaking the whole thing. Always smiling. It's her middle name!
(Actually, her middle name is not "smiling," but rather another word that refers to the joy inside her heart. She's a great kid already. Her smile is contagious, her laugh is unforgettable!)
(Actually, her middle name is not "smiling," but rather another word that refers to the joy inside her heart. She's a great kid already. Her smile is contagious, her laugh is unforgettable!)
Yard Work...
Today, it was yard work day at the Underwood abode. Allie got to play in the front yard while mommy pulled weeds, daddy mowed the lawn, and we all picked up leaves.
Daddy also managed to flood the backyard with water. "We have a lot of pretty birds in our backyard, and I wanted to give them a place to wash off," said Gary. Actually, after spending much of the afternoon getting supplies for the hot tub and filling it up with water, the Underwoods spent the better part of dinner listening to the water spill out into their backyard. Apparently, some of the tubing or plumbing underneath our tub is cracked or something.
But several robins did take advantage of said bird bath. "We're glad to help out God's creation any way we can." The Underwoods also seem to enjoy giving Allie reasons to say her new favorite word - "Uh-Oh!"
Daddy also managed to flood the backyard with water. "We have a lot of pretty birds in our backyard, and I wanted to give them a place to wash off," said Gary. Actually, after spending much of the afternoon getting supplies for the hot tub and filling it up with water, the Underwoods spent the better part of dinner listening to the water spill out into their backyard. Apparently, some of the tubing or plumbing underneath our tub is cracked or something.
But several robins did take advantage of said bird bath. "We're glad to help out God's creation any way we can." The Underwoods also seem to enjoy giving Allie reasons to say her new favorite word - "Uh-Oh!"
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