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BEAT the odds

Cool story.  This shot was set up as a prank with a promise of Final Four tickets should this coach sink the shot blind folded.  The crowd was told to go crazy not matter what so he would think he had won the tickets at least for a few minutes.  Well.... there were no tickets because of course there is no way he could make the shot.... Watch the video.... Of course the boys felt bad for a prank gone bad and bought him a gift certificate to the local mexican restuarant... but once word got out offers are now coming in to buy him the tickets anyway.  What seems impossible really never is.  Reading through Exodus we see God breaking all of the rules for His people... thinking Red Sea today... I think He has, will and is doing the same for you.  Of course I'm not saying this shot was a God thing but I am saying that often what we take for granted IS.  DON'T BLINK.  You can read the whole article HERE.

It's Here!!!!

They are unloading the building package right now

Lego King David

Granger is quickly becoming my favorite in the creative arts.  So creative.  David's life plastic coated and quick.

The Lego Lowdown | King David from Granger Community on Vimeo.

Lawrence... no chainsaw for you!

Lawrence wanted to borrow my chainsaw.  This is just one of many reasons I did not loan my chainsaw to a city slicker.  :)  Sorry L.B. I couldn't resist.

Sunday at TheBOD 1-17-10

A few favs from the message:  MARGIN

*"The best things in life happen in the margin."

*Stay-cation- a vacation spent at home with the family.

*"Quit playing with your little twitter!" - Craig on being there when you are with someone.  Get your nose out of your mobile phone screen and engage the people you love!

*Matt 11:28-29

*"Living life according to the rhythms of God's Grace."

*Haiti -- join LC.tv for an hour of prayer 7pm CST at church on-line.  I love our partnership with Lifechurch.tv.

Baptism Videos 1-10-10

Baptism Videos!!!  LOVE IT!!!  Great work Jason.  Much love to those who were baptized.  Looking forward to watching you all grow into amazing change agents for God's Kingdom. 

Baptism Bash 11:00am (01-10-10) from TheBOD.tv on Vimeo.

Baptism Bash 9:30am (01-10-10) from TheBOD.tv on Vimeo.

Gift Mart "Thank You"

Received a letter I thought I should share.  BODers, it's easy to move on to the next thing, but let me suggest you take a few minutes to thank God one more time for all He did in and through you as part of the Gift Mart.  Enjoy... DON'T BLINK!

Dear Pastor Roberts,

I would like to express my heartfelt thanks to you, the church embodiment and all those connected with the Community Gift Mart Christmas event held December 5th, 2009.  What a blessing it was to me and to the community!  With so many people challenged by today's economy your generosity is Biblical proof that the Lord is strong.  Mighty is "Jehovah Jireh" our provider.  I know and keep in my spirit that He works in and through His people.

I thank God for you and I pray God's choice blessings to you, your family and TheBOD.tv Church.  May you all receive the hundred-fold blessing for all you do.  You have yet to see all God has in store for TheBOD church in the River Valley and this very nation.

In His Care, C.W.

Sunday Recaps 1-10-10

Big Day at TheBOD...

* Looking forward to 21 days of fasting.  Allison and I will be doing the Daniel Fast.  Actually giving up caffeine has been the toughest part to this point.  The headache should be gone by tomorrow or the next day.  I almost crumbled tonight at supper and brewed a big pot of coffee but the weakness reminded me of the point of the fast...  Reliance on God.  God is good and I cannot wait to see what the next 20 days will bring for me... and YOU. 2 Cor 12:9-10  

* ONE THING:  Praying about my options.... wisdom, slow down, the heart of a shepherd... are you seeking God's ONE THING for you in 2010?

* What does life look like when lived according to the rhythms of God?

* I love Baptism at TheBOD... The story of lives changed.  Emma, Reid, Allen, Justice, Terri, Jessica, and Mike... I pray that you become spiritual giants leading hundreds of others to our Loving Savior.  I promise I will do everything I can to help you run the race. 

* ONE THING QUESTIONS Craig challenged us to answer as we begin the new year.  Get busy.  1. What one thing do you desire from God? 2. What one thing do you lack? 3. What one thing do you need to let go? 4. What one thing do you need to claim?  If you missed the message check it out at LIFECHURCH.TV.

* Next week we'll have an update on the building project and talk about partnership at TheBOD.  TWENTY-TEN is going to be an amazing year... DON'T BLINK.

Selah

Selah... Is it OK to slow down and even come to a stop while the sun is shining?  It goes against everything in me to stop during the daylight hours to read, journal... think.  Partly because of how I was raised, partly because of a driven personality, partly because of the expectations and ridicule from the blur of humanity screaming by at break neck speed, and I suppose partly because Satan loves to keep me so busy I can't worship.  Whatever the reason I constantly wage war against the urge to be busy while God is calling me to be still and know Him.  So... I'm giving myself permission to stop.  To get off of the hamster wheel for a few minutes each day and just be with Him.  I don't have to get up at 4:00 AM and I don't have to stay up until MIDNIGHT... it's OK to just stop for a few minutes during the day and feed my soul.  I'm giving you permission too.  It's OK... The world won't fall off of it's axis, the kids won't go hungry, and the truth is... it will be the most important decision you have ever made.  It could change the world... it WILL CHANGE YOURS for sure.  So hurry up and... pause... Selah.  DON'T BLINK.

Riding the roller coaster called life

Week after week I find myself thinking... what a week.  I won't bother to give you a grocery list but trust me, it has been a roller coaster ride.  What is interesting is that I am learning to ride the wave.  Allison's father, with Alzheimer's, has deteriorated to the point of needing advanced care sending the family into major decision time.  First, pray for them.  That peace, wisdom, and love reigns over the process.  Second, learn from them.  Live and love every moment of every day.  For your days are short.  Back to the roller coaster.  I told Allison at an especially difficult moment, "I wouldn't trade one moment of my life.  Not the good or the bad.  Because it has made us who we are and brought us to where we are."  I meant it.  Sure I'd love to make a few less mistakes along the way, but if those mistakes are what it took to help us through the next valley, someone else through the next valley or bring God glory... I with Paul will celebrate my weakness because in it God's strength is known.  So I suggest together we pray, live, and love... We won't so I suggest that you DON'T BLINK.