Wow. What a whirlwind the holidays have been for me. It may be belated, but I hope everyone had a truly blessed Christmas. I loved going up North to celebrate with my family. In most cases, it had been at least 10 years since I've seen them. I don't want to go that long without seeing them again. Can you imagine what it would be like if God left us alone for 10 years? Yikes.
Anyway, I hope all have a fantastic, safe, and prosperous New Year! I will try to not treat this blog like I had grown accustomed to treating my family. Reaching out should be one of my resolutions! No more isolation (in all forms) in 2011, please!
Wednesday, December 29, 2010
Wednesday, December 1, 2010
Potential v. Kinetic Energy
I named this blog “Kinetic Love” for a reason. Kinetic energy is energy that’s been set in motion. I’ve always wanted my life to be that way, constantly moving, doing, changing, evolving, creating. I’m an artist. At my core, that’s who I am. I can be many different things successfully, but the deepest part of me longs to create things of beauty and significance. It’s why I write, why I sing, or any of the number of other things I do.
One of my biggest pet peeves is wasted potential. I’ve seen it happen to so many people: they have so much talent, but it’s being wasted because of their situation or job or lack of motivation. I never wanted that to be me. I don’t want to have all this stored up potential talent/energy; I want it to be “in motion.” If you’ll notice, I haven’t written anything in almost 2 months. I have become the thing I hate. I feel I’ve had nothing “in motion” to share, so I just didn’t. I don’t know if I’m doing anyone a disservice but myself. I feel my desire to create being stifled by my situation in life right now. I feel my gray cubicle walls closing in on me, and I’ve done little to dig myself out of the hole I feel I’ve fallen in.
So, I do want to apologize for the lack of updates. Even if I don’t feel I have anything of worth to share, I realize now that I should at least try. Because I am not alone. We are never alone in this. As a Christian, I admit I often neglect the gift of fellowship. I’m generally a pretty solitary person, and I don’t feel that I handle social situations well, but Jesus gave us the example by forming close bonds with his disciples. He reached out and shared life experiences with others. I know I need to do more of this. So if you are reading this, thanks for reading. You are not alone, and neither am I. Pray for me to be more responsible with the gifts God has given me. And please, don’t neglect the gift He’s given you (1 Tim. 4:14).
Monday, October 11, 2010
Little Faith
Matthew 6: 25-34
"Therefore I tell you, do not worry about your life, what you will eat or drink; or about your body, what you will wear. Is not life more important than food, and the body more important than clothes? Look at the birds of the air; they do not sow or reap or store away in barns, and yet your heavenly Father feeds them. Are you not much more valuable than they? Who of you by worrying can add a single hour to his life?
"And why do you worry about clothes? See how the lilies of the field grow. They do not labor or spin. Yet I tell you that not even Solomon in all his splendor was dressed like one of these. If that is how God clothes the grass of the field, which is here today and tomorrow is thrown into the fire, will he not much more clothe you, O you of little faith? So do not worry, saying, 'What shall we eat?' or 'What shall we drink?' or 'What shall we wear?' For the pagans run after all these things, and your heavenly Father knows that you need them. But seek first his kingdom and his righteousness, and all these things will be given to you as well. Therefore do not worry about tomorrow, for tomorrow will worry about itself. Each day has enough trouble of its own.
Have you ever tried to tell someone something you knew was true, but they just wouldn't believe you? Being somewhat of an insufferable know-it-all by nature, this happens to me often. Why is it that everyone else feels like he or she has to try it first before it's accepted as truth? Why do children feel they all need to touch the hot stove after you tell them it's hot?
Then, I realized this is what we do to God on a daily basis. He says, "I will provide," and we stress out about where the money for the car repairs is going to come from. He says, "you're beautiful," and we pick apart our reflections in the mirror. He says, "I have a plan," and we go searching down every avenue to find out where we're going.
The thing about worry is, it takes the control from God and gives it back to us, the imperfect human. We don't deserve that control, but we sure do like to have it. Sometimes it's just a little too hard to trust Someone you can't see with your variables. Where am I going? What am I doing? These are common questions we all ask. The problem arises when we also think we have all the answers. Sometimes we have to learn how to jump in the passenger seat and let God take the wheel. (I feel like there was almost a country song reference there... glad we avoided that.)
"Therefore I tell you, do not worry about your life, what you will eat or drink; or about your body, what you will wear. Is not life more important than food, and the body more important than clothes? Look at the birds of the air; they do not sow or reap or store away in barns, and yet your heavenly Father feeds them. Are you not much more valuable than they? Who of you by worrying can add a single hour to his life?
"And why do you worry about clothes? See how the lilies of the field grow. They do not labor or spin. Yet I tell you that not even Solomon in all his splendor was dressed like one of these. If that is how God clothes the grass of the field, which is here today and tomorrow is thrown into the fire, will he not much more clothe you, O you of little faith? So do not worry, saying, 'What shall we eat?' or 'What shall we drink?' or 'What shall we wear?' For the pagans run after all these things, and your heavenly Father knows that you need them. But seek first his kingdom and his righteousness, and all these things will be given to you as well. Therefore do not worry about tomorrow, for tomorrow will worry about itself. Each day has enough trouble of its own.
Have you ever tried to tell someone something you knew was true, but they just wouldn't believe you? Being somewhat of an insufferable know-it-all by nature, this happens to me often. Why is it that everyone else feels like he or she has to try it first before it's accepted as truth? Why do children feel they all need to touch the hot stove after you tell them it's hot?
Then, I realized this is what we do to God on a daily basis. He says, "I will provide," and we stress out about where the money for the car repairs is going to come from. He says, "you're beautiful," and we pick apart our reflections in the mirror. He says, "I have a plan," and we go searching down every avenue to find out where we're going.
The thing about worry is, it takes the control from God and gives it back to us, the imperfect human. We don't deserve that control, but we sure do like to have it. Sometimes it's just a little too hard to trust Someone you can't see with your variables. Where am I going? What am I doing? These are common questions we all ask. The problem arises when we also think we have all the answers. Sometimes we have to learn how to jump in the passenger seat and let God take the wheel. (I feel like there was almost a country song reference there... glad we avoided that.)
Tuesday, September 28, 2010
Hard Times
I'm really not too good with the whole blogging thing. I start off great and then kind of fizzle out. However, I'm determined to not let this blog fall by the wayside like the others I've started. Sometimes it's just a little hard to get motivated.
And isn't that like so many other things in life? How many times have you started something with the best of intentions, only to give up after a week or two? It's especially hard to keep going at something once the obstacles start sprouting up. I guess my point is, I haven't given up. And neither should you. Whatever you may be facing today, remember that "suffering produces perseverance; perseverance, character; and character, hope" (Rom. 5:3-4).
And isn't that like so many other things in life? How many times have you started something with the best of intentions, only to give up after a week or two? It's especially hard to keep going at something once the obstacles start sprouting up. I guess my point is, I haven't given up. And neither should you. Whatever you may be facing today, remember that "suffering produces perseverance; perseverance, character; and character, hope" (Rom. 5:3-4).
Wednesday, September 22, 2010
Distractions
Luke 10:38-42
As Jesus and his disciples were on their way, he came to a village where a woman named Martha opened her home to him. She had a sister called Mary, who sat at the Lord's feet listening to what he said. But Martha was distracted by all the preparations that had to be made. She came to him and asked, "Lord, don't you care that my sister has left me to do the work by myself? Tell her to help me!"
"Martha, Martha," the Lord answered, "you are worried and upset about many things, but only one thing is needed. Mary has chosen what is better, and it will not be taken away from her."
Do you ever get distracted? I know I - oh look, a dust bunny! I kid, but in all seriousness, distractions are a big thing for me. I meant to read my Bible, but I got distracted by a tv show... I meant to practice guitar, but I got distracted by a jar of nutella... I meant to write a new blog, but I got distracted by online mahjong. You get the idea.
Sometimes my life is one big distraction. On paper, it doesn't look like I've got too much going on, but when it comes down to it, I feel like I don't have time for anything. Or rather, I'm not spending enough time on the important things. I don't know why I let trivial pursuits get in the way of the bigger picture. You'd think it would have been something I'd have learned by now. But I still do it. I still lay my head down at the end of the day, thinking about all the things I wanted to do and how many I actually did.
Are you like that at all? Maybe you're not. Maybe you've got it all together and always get all the checks on your to-do list. For the rest of you distracted procrastinators like me, hang in there. Don't let the small things get in the way of the big. Keep your focus on the One who's driving you to do it, and the rest will come along... eventually.
As Jesus and his disciples were on their way, he came to a village where a woman named Martha opened her home to him. She had a sister called Mary, who sat at the Lord's feet listening to what he said. But Martha was distracted by all the preparations that had to be made. She came to him and asked, "Lord, don't you care that my sister has left me to do the work by myself? Tell her to help me!"
"Martha, Martha," the Lord answered, "you are worried and upset about many things, but only one thing is needed. Mary has chosen what is better, and it will not be taken away from her."
Do you ever get distracted? I know I - oh look, a dust bunny! I kid, but in all seriousness, distractions are a big thing for me. I meant to read my Bible, but I got distracted by a tv show... I meant to practice guitar, but I got distracted by a jar of nutella... I meant to write a new blog, but I got distracted by online mahjong. You get the idea.
Sometimes my life is one big distraction. On paper, it doesn't look like I've got too much going on, but when it comes down to it, I feel like I don't have time for anything. Or rather, I'm not spending enough time on the important things. I don't know why I let trivial pursuits get in the way of the bigger picture. You'd think it would have been something I'd have learned by now. But I still do it. I still lay my head down at the end of the day, thinking about all the things I wanted to do and how many I actually did.
Are you like that at all? Maybe you're not. Maybe you've got it all together and always get all the checks on your to-do list. For the rest of you distracted procrastinators like me, hang in there. Don't let the small things get in the way of the big. Keep your focus on the One who's driving you to do it, and the rest will come along... eventually.
Wednesday, September 15, 2010
Busy? Rest.
Matthew 11:28-29
"Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls."
I have been so busy this week. We're going through some changes at work and it's required me to take on more responsibility for a while and work some extra hours. Nothing major, but piled on top of the stuff I already have to do, it feels like a lot. I get bogged down. I realize I haven't updated the blog, and when I started this blog, my intent was to update on a near daily basis.
The thing about life is that it will always be busy. There's always something that's not going to get done. I need to stop focusing so much on all that stuff, and focus instead on spending some time with my Savior. He's promised me rest... then why do I have such a hard time resting?
I don't really have an answer right now. And I think that's OK. What I'm being reminded of tonight is that Jesus called the weary and burdened to Himself. The reward is rest. Maybe I should come to Him more; learn from Him more; spend less time in the world. Maybe then I would know what real rest is.
"Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls."
I have been so busy this week. We're going through some changes at work and it's required me to take on more responsibility for a while and work some extra hours. Nothing major, but piled on top of the stuff I already have to do, it feels like a lot. I get bogged down. I realize I haven't updated the blog, and when I started this blog, my intent was to update on a near daily basis.
The thing about life is that it will always be busy. There's always something that's not going to get done. I need to stop focusing so much on all that stuff, and focus instead on spending some time with my Savior. He's promised me rest... then why do I have such a hard time resting?
I don't really have an answer right now. And I think that's OK. What I'm being reminded of tonight is that Jesus called the weary and burdened to Himself. The reward is rest. Maybe I should come to Him more; learn from Him more; spend less time in the world. Maybe then I would know what real rest is.
Monday, September 13, 2010
Heart Sanitizer
I thought about this over the weekend as I attended Rock the Universe at Universal Studios in Orlando. Hand sanitizer is a handy thing to have around when going to a theme park. All those handrails and rides that thousands of people have been in before... it's just a good idea to have some.
How often do you wash your hands? I wash mine quite often (being a bit of a germaphobe after volunteering at the hospital 2 consecutive summers in my teens). We wash after the bathroom, before handling food, and anytime our hands get dirty or sticky. But what about your heart?
We see so many negative and disturbing things on a daily basis, but what steps are we taking to ensure the grime of this world doesn't dirty our hearts? I'm talking to myself, here. It should be common sense with all we see and hear that we do something to counteract that filth: read the Bible, talk with God, listen to some positive music, take a walk in the park. Sadly, this is something many of us forget. Then we wonder why we feel bogged down, even depressed.
It's a great thing to have good hygene practices. But next time you crack out the hand sanitizer, think about what you're doing to clean off your heart.
How often do you wash your hands? I wash mine quite often (being a bit of a germaphobe after volunteering at the hospital 2 consecutive summers in my teens). We wash after the bathroom, before handling food, and anytime our hands get dirty or sticky. But what about your heart?
We see so many negative and disturbing things on a daily basis, but what steps are we taking to ensure the grime of this world doesn't dirty our hearts? I'm talking to myself, here. It should be common sense with all we see and hear that we do something to counteract that filth: read the Bible, talk with God, listen to some positive music, take a walk in the park. Sadly, this is something many of us forget. Then we wonder why we feel bogged down, even depressed.
It's a great thing to have good hygene practices. But next time you crack out the hand sanitizer, think about what you're doing to clean off your heart.
Saturday, September 11, 2010
Memory
Isn't memory a funny thing? I can't remember what I had for dinner last night, but I remember the opening song from the concert I went to 6 months ago.
One thing I know I'll never forget is where I was on September 11th, 2001. I remember seeing the twin towers come down on tv in history class. I remember being in shock, praying a lot. I remember I didn't even cry until 3 days later when I heard Third Day's "I've Always Loved You" on the radio.
And I think God made us that way. Some things we're supposed to remember. So I hope wherever you are today, you are blessed and well. But I also hope you never forget what happened 9 years ago today, and that it reminds you to pray. Pray for our country, pray for your family, and thank God for the gift of life.
One thing I know I'll never forget is where I was on September 11th, 2001. I remember seeing the twin towers come down on tv in history class. I remember being in shock, praying a lot. I remember I didn't even cry until 3 days later when I heard Third Day's "I've Always Loved You" on the radio.
And I think God made us that way. Some things we're supposed to remember. So I hope wherever you are today, you are blessed and well. But I also hope you never forget what happened 9 years ago today, and that it reminds you to pray. Pray for our country, pray for your family, and thank God for the gift of life.
Thursday, September 9, 2010
Un-Christian
"With freedom comes responsibility," he said. "This is dangerous to our national security and is also the un-Christian thing to do. ... Jesus said to love your enemy. We are not your enemy." This quote is from a CNN interview with Muslim religious leader Imam Feisal Abdul Rau. If a Muslim gets that Jesus said to love our enemy, why aren't Christians getting it?
"You have heard that it was said, 'Love your neighbor and hate your enemy.' But I tell you: Love your enemies and pray for those who persecute you" (Matt. 5:43-44). It's right there. If you have a specific type of Bible, those words are in red. That means Jesus said it. "Pray for those who persecute you," not "persecute them right back."
Obviously, this Terry Jones guy, who plans on burning the Quran on September 11th, isn't a true example of Christianity (That is obvious, right?). However, it brings up a really good point. People do this kind of thing all the time- stupidity in the name of Christ. It makes it a lot harder for those of us actually trying to show the love of Jesus to someone. Why should they follow our Jesus when we promote hate? What makes them want to be our brother or sister when they see us constantly quarreling with each other? It's no wonder that people start to associate words like "hypocrite" and "judgmental" with Christianity when they see behavior like this.
My challenge to you today is to be the perception-changer. Sure, it only takes a few televised crazies to ruin it for the rest of us; but think of the difference you could make in just one person's life by being an example of true and honest love- the kind Christ showed in dying on the cross for us. Maybe if we put a little more emphasis on reaching out to those around us, people would begin to see a different side to Christians.
"You have heard that it was said, 'Love your neighbor and hate your enemy.' But I tell you: Love your enemies and pray for those who persecute you" (Matt. 5:43-44). It's right there. If you have a specific type of Bible, those words are in red. That means Jesus said it. "Pray for those who persecute you," not "persecute them right back."
Obviously, this Terry Jones guy, who plans on burning the Quran on September 11th, isn't a true example of Christianity (That is obvious, right?). However, it brings up a really good point. People do this kind of thing all the time- stupidity in the name of Christ. It makes it a lot harder for those of us actually trying to show the love of Jesus to someone. Why should they follow our Jesus when we promote hate? What makes them want to be our brother or sister when they see us constantly quarreling with each other? It's no wonder that people start to associate words like "hypocrite" and "judgmental" with Christianity when they see behavior like this.
My challenge to you today is to be the perception-changer. Sure, it only takes a few televised crazies to ruin it for the rest of us; but think of the difference you could make in just one person's life by being an example of true and honest love- the kind Christ showed in dying on the cross for us. Maybe if we put a little more emphasis on reaching out to those around us, people would begin to see a different side to Christians.
Wednesday, September 8, 2010
Credit Where Credit is Due
I love my church. I go to HopeWeaver Community Church in Plant City, Florida. One of the things I love most about my church is my pastor, Randy Humphrey. You might never have heard of him. His name isn't familiar like Rob Bell, or Joel Osteen... but you just wait.
One of the best things about Pastor Randy is that he welcomes questions. Tonight, after Bible study, I asked him if he thought as I do, that people give the devil too much credit. Often, I find we blame "the enemy" for a lot of things that happen in our lives, when really the actual cause is our own stupidity. God gave us free will; included in that will is the ability to make bad decisions. Also, it is important to remember that when it comes to God and Satan, it's not an equal opposites thing. Satan used to be an angel, therefore, he is way less powerful than God (and probably doesn't like being reminded of that). He can't be more than one place at once, and he certainly didn't "make" you do anything (trust me, he's got bigger fish to fry).
When it comes to being omnipotent, omnipresent, and omniscient, there's only One. Let's give credit where credit is due, and stop blaming our problems on the devil. Yes, he does come to "steal and kill and destroy" (John 10:10), but Jesus came "that they may have life, and have it to the full."
One of the best things about Pastor Randy is that he welcomes questions. Tonight, after Bible study, I asked him if he thought as I do, that people give the devil too much credit. Often, I find we blame "the enemy" for a lot of things that happen in our lives, when really the actual cause is our own stupidity. God gave us free will; included in that will is the ability to make bad decisions. Also, it is important to remember that when it comes to God and Satan, it's not an equal opposites thing. Satan used to be an angel, therefore, he is way less powerful than God (and probably doesn't like being reminded of that). He can't be more than one place at once, and he certainly didn't "make" you do anything (trust me, he's got bigger fish to fry).
When it comes to being omnipotent, omnipresent, and omniscient, there's only One. Let's give credit where credit is due, and stop blaming our problems on the devil. Yes, he does come to "steal and kill and destroy" (John 10:10), but Jesus came "that they may have life, and have it to the full."
Monday, September 6, 2010
Savages
Confession: I love Disney movies. When I was younger, I used to dream about growing up to be the voice of a Disney princess someday. I mean, that is every young girl's dream, right? Anyway, this evening we watched one of the classics, Pocahontas. That movie has all the elements of a good Disney cartoon: action, cute animals, and romance.
One of the key plot points, though, is the animosity between the natives and the new white settlers. They even sing this (fantastic) song about how much they hate each other called "Savages." Both sides accuse the other of being savages for the way they act. One of the lines is, "They're not like you and me, which means they must be evil!" It sounds ridiculous, right? Why can't these guys just get along? But the thing is, how many times do we all do that on a daily basis? Maybe we don't grab our pitchforks and attack people, but we do judge people who are different than us based solely on their appearance, or something superficial.
I've heard it said before that unless you have a gavel, you shouldn't be judging others. Jesus warns us against doing just that in Matthew 7:1-3, "Do not judge, or you too will be judged. For in the same way you judge others, you will be judged, and with the measure you use, it will be measured to you. Why do you look at the speck of sawdust in your brother's eye and pay no attention to the plank in your own eye?" So, the next time you make a quick assessment of someone before you really get to know them, stop and think about Pocahontas and her people. You wouldn't want to be a savage, right?
One of the key plot points, though, is the animosity between the natives and the new white settlers. They even sing this (fantastic) song about how much they hate each other called "Savages." Both sides accuse the other of being savages for the way they act. One of the lines is, "They're not like you and me, which means they must be evil!" It sounds ridiculous, right? Why can't these guys just get along? But the thing is, how many times do we all do that on a daily basis? Maybe we don't grab our pitchforks and attack people, but we do judge people who are different than us based solely on their appearance, or something superficial.
I've heard it said before that unless you have a gavel, you shouldn't be judging others. Jesus warns us against doing just that in Matthew 7:1-3, "Do not judge, or you too will be judged. For in the same way you judge others, you will be judged, and with the measure you use, it will be measured to you. Why do you look at the speck of sawdust in your brother's eye and pay no attention to the plank in your own eye?" So, the next time you make a quick assessment of someone before you really get to know them, stop and think about Pocahontas and her people. You wouldn't want to be a savage, right?
Sunday, September 5, 2010
Plain Filthy
I used James 1:22 in my first post the other night, "Love in Motion." So I thought it was rather interesting that my pastor did his sermon this morning on James 1:19-27. He spoke about how we get rather used to the filth we already have in our lives, and we become ok with it. "My dear brothers, take note of this: Everyone should be quick to listen, slow to speak and slow to become angry, for man's anger does not bring about the righteous life that God desires. Therefore, get rid of all moral filth and the evil that is so prevalent and humbly accept the word planted in you, which can save you" (v. 19-21).
The thing about filth is, even if you just have a little bit in your life, you qualify as filthy. We tend to see sin in varying degrees: a little white lie is not so bad, but murder, well that's downright filthy. However, if God's standard is perfect, a white cotton sheet if you will, even a speck of dirt mars the entire thing. It's now filthy, worthless, in need of a good washing. See, not all filth is obvious, and it requires a vigilant eye to keep little specks from becoming obscene stains.
After such a rousing sermon this morning, I admit I was on a bit of a God high, feeling really pretty holy (red alert!). I was blasting my Christian music on the way to the gas station to fill up the Oldsmobile (Cutlass Supreme, please suppress your jealousy). I was looking for a free pump, and spotted one... just as another lady across from me spotted the same pump. So what did I do? Sped up and pulled in ahead of her, of course! Yes, I had already forgotten what I had learned this morning. I added another small piece of litter to the ever-growing pile of filth that makes our world polluted in more ways than one.
And that's the thing about filth, it can start out small, but if we don't keep an eye on it, it becomes a dump. So if you happen to see me out and about, and I'm not keeping an eye on my filth situation, please say a prayer for me... sometimes it takes a good slap in the face to see how stubborn you are.
The thing about filth is, even if you just have a little bit in your life, you qualify as filthy. We tend to see sin in varying degrees: a little white lie is not so bad, but murder, well that's downright filthy. However, if God's standard is perfect, a white cotton sheet if you will, even a speck of dirt mars the entire thing. It's now filthy, worthless, in need of a good washing. See, not all filth is obvious, and it requires a vigilant eye to keep little specks from becoming obscene stains.
After such a rousing sermon this morning, I admit I was on a bit of a God high, feeling really pretty holy (red alert!). I was blasting my Christian music on the way to the gas station to fill up the Oldsmobile (Cutlass Supreme, please suppress your jealousy). I was looking for a free pump, and spotted one... just as another lady across from me spotted the same pump. So what did I do? Sped up and pulled in ahead of her, of course! Yes, I had already forgotten what I had learned this morning. I added another small piece of litter to the ever-growing pile of filth that makes our world polluted in more ways than one.
And that's the thing about filth, it can start out small, but if we don't keep an eye on it, it becomes a dump. So if you happen to see me out and about, and I'm not keeping an eye on my filth situation, please say a prayer for me... sometimes it takes a good slap in the face to see how stubborn you are.
Friday, September 3, 2010
Aerosol Sincerity
1 Samuel 16:7
"Do not consider his appearance or his height, for I have rejected him. The LORD does not look at the things man looks at. Man looks at the outward appearance, but the LORD looks at the heart."
I was looking at a can of Oust spray today that was labeled "outside scent." Really? I didn't know you could can the smell of freshly mowed grass, roses in bloom, or the fragrance after a rain all in one and stick it in a pressurized can. What it really smells like is the ambiguous cleaner that's used in all public restrooms, but the point is it's supposed to smell like the outside. In all actuality, it's a vague imitation of what someone imagines "outside" smells like.
It made me think, though, how often do we do that in our own lives? We offer people, whether they're strangers or people we're close to, a vague imitation of ourselves rather than the real thing. Or we hold back, and only show part of the real us, because they couldn't possibly deal with the whole, ugly thing. The thing about that is, it's not fair to the other person. Just like I feel cheated when I spray the aerosol can and it doesn't really smell like "outside," I think we cheat people by not revealing the true us.
How about you, do you walk around with aerosol sincerity?
Thursday, September 2, 2010
Love in Motion
According to Wikipedia (one of the most reliable sites on the interwebs), kinetic energy of an object is "The energy which it possesses due to its motion." Now, I'm not a physicist, but I believe the energy of an object not in motion is potential energy. I don't want to bore any potential (pun intended) readers with a science lesson straight off the starting line, so I'll make this brief. A ball sitting on a shelf has potential energy; give it a good whack and it has kinetic energy as it rolls off the shelf.
I think there's a beautiful illustration there. James 1:22 says, "Do not merely listen to the word, and so deceive yourselves. Do what it says." I am tired of sitting around on my rear end watching people with less resources than I go out and change the world. I don't just want to be a listener of the word; I want to be a doer. I don't want potential love for others; I want love in motion.
So that's what this blog is about. What does love in motion mean? I'm not completely sure yet, but that's the beauty of it. We get to find out together. Jesus, myself, and hopefully you. I want to find out what kinetic love looks like.
I'd also like to give a special shout out to Jon Acuff and his wonderfully hilarious and insightful blog, Stuff Christians Like, which inspired me to start this blog.
I think there's a beautiful illustration there. James 1:22 says, "Do not merely listen to the word, and so deceive yourselves. Do what it says." I am tired of sitting around on my rear end watching people with less resources than I go out and change the world. I don't just want to be a listener of the word; I want to be a doer. I don't want potential love for others; I want love in motion.
So that's what this blog is about. What does love in motion mean? I'm not completely sure yet, but that's the beauty of it. We get to find out together. Jesus, myself, and hopefully you. I want to find out what kinetic love looks like.
I'd also like to give a special shout out to Jon Acuff and his wonderfully hilarious and insightful blog, Stuff Christians Like, which inspired me to start this blog.
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