Arrested Development Update

This would be so great if it's true. Though I don't have Showtime, but there's always itunes videos and dvd's. Hope it happens b/c this is the greatest comedy going.

Link: Better Than Fudge � EXCLUSIVE DEVELOPMENT!!! IT%u2019S SHOWTIME!!!.

Wrong Side of the Tracks - Life & Times

Not the most well written article certainly (could have used a grammar lesson), but it brings up an issue that is on my mind. For those outside of Orlando this will mean little, but it deals with an area about 5 minutes from our house. I really want to know the thoughts of the Hannibal Square community. Do they feel forced out? Are they happy about the changes? I should probably find out rather than just blogging about it. Enjoy the article.

Link: Wrong Side of the Tracks - Life & Times.

Jacques Ellul Devotional

I was given this devotional and it has proven to be quite good.  Basically it pulls a quote or two from Ellul and then the devotional writer (Charles Ringma) expounds on the thought.  I especially loved today's thoughts on the topic of "Change."  So much so that I am copying it here for you so enjoy...

CHANGE

Change can only occur when new possibilities are envisaged and embraced

    Personal change does not occur easily.  We seem to hold onto the old and familiar, even when that may be hurting us.  Thus, pressure or difficulty of itself is usually not sufficient to bring about lasting change.  Something more is needed.  Ellul speaks of the "changing of man in the presence of God's promise."  In this, he points to the power of the new that draws us forward into new ways of being and acting.

    Because God's promise is never an empty word but can accomplish what it envisages, it is a power that sustains us in the journey toward the promised goal.  So the key to the change process is being empowered to move forward.

    Because the Holy Spirit is the One called to our side, we can gain hope int eh midst of doubt, strength when we are weak, courage when we are fearful, and perseverance when we feel like giving up. 

ACTION

While change may have its genesis when we are dislocated or vulnerable, depend on a vision of the new and on God's power to sustain you on the way in order to progress.

I can't really add much to that.  I'll leave it alone in hopes that it encourages you as it did me today.

Donald Miller Podcast

Though I didn't get to hear him live, Donald Miller spoke last Sunday night at Status in Orlando.  The podcast is now available and to save you from having to search for it I have made it available here.  I have listened to all but the last 10 minutes of it thus far.  Very good.  Speaks like he writes.  In some ways he's preaching to the choir, but it is good nonetheless.  Enjoy.

Download donald_miller_missing_the_point.mp3

Two new websites launched

Just in case you care, or in case you need some mindless "surfing" to occupy your time you can check out my latest website creations. 

The first is a site I did for my dad and his new book
randalldhart.com

The second is a site I did for the student ministry of Orangewood.  It is a resource site for leaders and parents.
resources.ocministry.com

Dancing...

latest moves.  check 'em out. 
Download dance.mov

Quicktime required. 

For your listening pleasure

Two files you should check out.  The first is the Relevant Magazine podcast featuring Derek Webb.  Webb performs a couple of his songs from his latest album "Mockingbird" and talks about inspiration of the songs, etc.  Worth a listen.  Download podcast

The second is a live recording of a new David Wilcox song he performed at The Grove this past summer.  Feels apropos.  This is not exactly legal, but enjoy it nonetheless.   Download 04_train_station.m4a

Peace.