Just some thoughts & ideas on this snow day.......
I wonder why people in the south are wound so tight about bread and milk just before the snow falls. Why not make sure you've got bacon? Or snack foods? Strange....
I wonder why students are never totally happy when they get a snow day off from school. They either are mad that the school didn't make the call earlier....or that the school made the call too early in the morning and not the night before...or that they have to make up the day later on. Guess it has to do with the idea that life is all about them. Well, it's not.
I wonder why is snow white? I'm sure there's a good scientific reason. Well, here you go: http://www.foxnews.com/science/2013/12/09/ask-science-teacher-why-is-snow-white-and-where-does-its-color-go-when-snow/
I wonder how much people laugh at us in the south when we shut everything down after the first snow flake falls, when other areas of the country get so much more snow and yet can still function well.
I wonder what is the best way to make snow cream? I haven't had any since last year. Add enough chocolate syrup and everything tastes a little better.
I wonder why people in the south can't take a driving class to learn how to drive in snow? That would help us all be smarter on the roads when we do drive in bad weather. Maybe make it a part of driver's ed or a requirement to get your driver's license.
I wonder why I'm not sleeping right now......
Mr. B.
Tuesday, February 24, 2015
Thursday, January 1, 2015
2015 Roadmap
Each year I create a set of goals for the new year. I call
this a roadmap, not resolutions. I don't like resolutions, mainly because
I can never keep them. I prefer a roadmap, much like I used when I was a
worship pastor in the local church.
A roadmap is something that I create under the leadership of the
Spirit and the Word. It's a set of goals and objectives based on how I
believe God is leading me. Since He leads me in this, that means the
goals are not completely different from year to year. Usually they just
get refined and get more and more specific. This roadmap is something
that God can change and refine in me throughout the year, as He leads.
That's what makes this different than your typical resolutions. If
I don't keep a resolution, I just shrug my shoulders and say maybe next year.
If I don't hit a goal in the roadmap, I get convicted by the Spirit and
must make the changes necessary to get back on track.
I will confess that while I reorganized my roadmap a lot this
year, the content didn't really change very much. Along with that process
came enormous conviction that I didn't do so well with my goals in 2014.
I got caught up in the busyness of life last year and only realized what
had happened the few times I went back to the roadmap during the year. My
commitment is to do regular checkpoints in 2015. But I'm trusting God to
do this work in me. I've shown that I can't do it on my own.
My roadmap has a lot of detail in it, which I believe is required
in order to ensure success. Details and measurements are critical.
I won't share all those details in this blog post. But I will share
the high level goals I have from the Lord for 2015.
I encourage you to consider doing the same as we start the new
year. Spend time in prayer along with the Scriptures. Seek God on
the things He desires. Then strap in for a great 2015 as He leads.
2015 Roadmap
1. Love God through daily spiritual growth to be a
reflection of Christ & a faithful witness of Him.
2. Shepherd my family as my primary ministry priority.
3. Fulfill God's call of ministry on me as a husband,
father, minister, teacher, leader, & servant.
4. Love others by investing in relationships that display
the Gospel to them.
In addition, I really like a recent post by Alvin Reid (alvinreid.com) that speaks to some great goals for the
new year. Here are a few of his thoughts, which I will also look to adopt
in 2015 and in the future:
1. Focus daily on your calling.
2. Value margin.
3. Learn to say "NO".
4. Learn to delegate.
5. Value spiritual disciplines & Sabbaths, including
personal retreats.
6. Exercise and eat well.
7. Focus on individuals more than crowds.
I'm praying you'll be successful in 2015 by focusing on God's
roadmap for you.
Mr. B.
Saturday, December 20, 2014
Being a Math Teacher: Retail's Greatest Nightmare
Yes, you know I'm a math teacher. Specifically I teach Algebra I. I tell my students often that most everything boils down to equations. Christmas shopping is no different.
I'm also the world's greatest procrastinator when it comes to Christmas shopping. My kids think I do this because I enjoy it. Actually, it's hard for me to get serious about shopping until after the semester is done at school. I assure you - I don't like shopping, and I certainly don't like shopping when all the other procrastinators are in the stores.
I've been especially frustrated lately because of a trend I see in stores more than ever before. Unfortunately this has started taking place more at one particular store, which is the place I do most of my clothes shopping at throughout the year. These stores are promoting sales where you can buy 1 item at regular price and get 2 or 3 of a comparably priced item for free. I'm sure many people hear this and think it's a great deal. However this isn't really the case. Let me show you why.
Let's say I go to my favorite clothing store, only needing one pair of pants. I don't need 2, 3 or 4 pairs, only one. But their sale is buy one, get 2 free. This actually happened to me back in August when I was shopping for school clothes. Now usually this store offers a discount on pants, maybe 20% or so, during the year. But with the current offer, you have to pay regular price for one pair of pants. This could easily run about $60.
So, if I buy 1, get 2 free, I end up paying about $20 per pair. If I needed 3 pair, this is a pretty good deal. But I don't need 3 pair. So the store is making me spend $60 to get more pants than I need. And they know I'm not about to just buy one pair for $60 and leave the 2 free pairs behind.
If you think about this spiritually, I believe this sale is a temptation to me in terms of stewardship. God has called me to be a good manager of His resources in all things. Back in August, when the sale at the clothing store was buy 2, get 3 free, I did buy the pants that time, even though I didn't need 5 pairs of pants. I just realized that I still have 2 pairs of pants from that purchase that are still in the original bag. I'll be taking these back to the store next week to hopefully exchange them for something else I need more right now. I want to manage my resources as an act of worship to God. That means I need to be a wise shopper and think and pray well over these matters.
Ok, I guess I can climb off my soapbox for now. But I guess, as a math teacher and a believer who wants to give God control of everything in my life, I am retail's greatest nightmare. Although they will probably make enough money this Christmas that they aren't really worried much about me.
Mr. B.
I'm also the world's greatest procrastinator when it comes to Christmas shopping. My kids think I do this because I enjoy it. Actually, it's hard for me to get serious about shopping until after the semester is done at school. I assure you - I don't like shopping, and I certainly don't like shopping when all the other procrastinators are in the stores.
I've been especially frustrated lately because of a trend I see in stores more than ever before. Unfortunately this has started taking place more at one particular store, which is the place I do most of my clothes shopping at throughout the year. These stores are promoting sales where you can buy 1 item at regular price and get 2 or 3 of a comparably priced item for free. I'm sure many people hear this and think it's a great deal. However this isn't really the case. Let me show you why.
Let's say I go to my favorite clothing store, only needing one pair of pants. I don't need 2, 3 or 4 pairs, only one. But their sale is buy one, get 2 free. This actually happened to me back in August when I was shopping for school clothes. Now usually this store offers a discount on pants, maybe 20% or so, during the year. But with the current offer, you have to pay regular price for one pair of pants. This could easily run about $60.
So, if I buy 1, get 2 free, I end up paying about $20 per pair. If I needed 3 pair, this is a pretty good deal. But I don't need 3 pair. So the store is making me spend $60 to get more pants than I need. And they know I'm not about to just buy one pair for $60 and leave the 2 free pairs behind.
If you think about this spiritually, I believe this sale is a temptation to me in terms of stewardship. God has called me to be a good manager of His resources in all things. Back in August, when the sale at the clothing store was buy 2, get 3 free, I did buy the pants that time, even though I didn't need 5 pairs of pants. I just realized that I still have 2 pairs of pants from that purchase that are still in the original bag. I'll be taking these back to the store next week to hopefully exchange them for something else I need more right now. I want to manage my resources as an act of worship to God. That means I need to be a wise shopper and think and pray well over these matters.
Ok, I guess I can climb off my soapbox for now. But I guess, as a math teacher and a believer who wants to give God control of everything in my life, I am retail's greatest nightmare. Although they will probably make enough money this Christmas that they aren't really worried much about me.
Mr. B.
Wednesday, July 9, 2014
The Hard Part of Teaching
I've seen a number of teachers post a link to this article online about the hard part of teaching. I reference it here just so everyone knows what I'm talking about:
The Hard Part of Teaching
In the article, the writer goes into a lot of detail about their view of the hard part of teaching: there is never enough. I'll let you read the article for yourself rather than have me give the details.
As a teacher myself, I can't disagree with much of what was written in the article. I, too, struggle with a lot of the same types of issues. For me, I can definitely relate to the concerns that are more personal in nature - picking my battles, being flexible, always wanting to improve each year, etc. I have worked in a number of professions in all my years in the workforce, and I definitely believe that teaching has been the most challenging and most rewarding at the same time. I've put in more hours a week as a teacher than I have in any other job I've ever had.
But what the article lacks is one important thing - a positive reflection on the calling of a teacher. The article is very negative overall. It doesn't matter if it represents a lot of truth about teaching and its challenges. What does matter is that a teacher who is called to the profession must have an anchor in what this role is really all about - preparing students to make a positive impact in the world. If that anchor is in place, you will be able to rise above the challenges that try to get in the way. They will not conquer you or completely derail your efforts in the classroom.
Now, I do realize the challenges are very real. I see myself in much of what is discussed in the article. There are days when I wonder how it will all get done - and done in the right way. But this article looks to me like something I've done myself in other ways. Sometimes when I get frustrated, when the work just piles up, or when I don't feel appreciated, I want others to know. Maybe if they can appreciate what I'm going through, then either something will change or at least I'll feel better now that they know. Any good feeling I gain from this type of thing is very short in duration. Then I'm faced with the same situations, and I must continue to seek the right solutions.
As a teacher in a Christian school, I believe this sense of calling also has spiritual value. I assure you that if I didn't know I had a calling from God to this school ministry, I'd be doing something else. But God sees things differently than I do, and certainly differently than the world does. In my case, I have a spiritual calling from God to be a teacher in a Christian school. That gives me access to His strength to persevere through the types of issues in this article. There are still challenges, but He gives me victory every time in what matters to Him.
I realize not every teacher has the awesome privilege of working in a Christian school. So to all teachers, I say to remember why you became a teacher in the first place. If, like the author of the article, all you can see are the problems you face and the struggles that get in the way, then it might be time to consider where you really want to be and what makes you happy. But I can tell you from experience - the grass is not always greener in some other field. But for the ones who can see past the difficulties and challenges, and remember why you do what you do, the opportunities to impact the lives of many students awaits you.
Mr. B.
The Hard Part of Teaching
In the article, the writer goes into a lot of detail about their view of the hard part of teaching: there is never enough. I'll let you read the article for yourself rather than have me give the details.
As a teacher myself, I can't disagree with much of what was written in the article. I, too, struggle with a lot of the same types of issues. For me, I can definitely relate to the concerns that are more personal in nature - picking my battles, being flexible, always wanting to improve each year, etc. I have worked in a number of professions in all my years in the workforce, and I definitely believe that teaching has been the most challenging and most rewarding at the same time. I've put in more hours a week as a teacher than I have in any other job I've ever had.
But what the article lacks is one important thing - a positive reflection on the calling of a teacher. The article is very negative overall. It doesn't matter if it represents a lot of truth about teaching and its challenges. What does matter is that a teacher who is called to the profession must have an anchor in what this role is really all about - preparing students to make a positive impact in the world. If that anchor is in place, you will be able to rise above the challenges that try to get in the way. They will not conquer you or completely derail your efforts in the classroom.
Now, I do realize the challenges are very real. I see myself in much of what is discussed in the article. There are days when I wonder how it will all get done - and done in the right way. But this article looks to me like something I've done myself in other ways. Sometimes when I get frustrated, when the work just piles up, or when I don't feel appreciated, I want others to know. Maybe if they can appreciate what I'm going through, then either something will change or at least I'll feel better now that they know. Any good feeling I gain from this type of thing is very short in duration. Then I'm faced with the same situations, and I must continue to seek the right solutions.
As a teacher in a Christian school, I believe this sense of calling also has spiritual value. I assure you that if I didn't know I had a calling from God to this school ministry, I'd be doing something else. But God sees things differently than I do, and certainly differently than the world does. In my case, I have a spiritual calling from God to be a teacher in a Christian school. That gives me access to His strength to persevere through the types of issues in this article. There are still challenges, but He gives me victory every time in what matters to Him.
I realize not every teacher has the awesome privilege of working in a Christian school. So to all teachers, I say to remember why you became a teacher in the first place. If, like the author of the article, all you can see are the problems you face and the struggles that get in the way, then it might be time to consider where you really want to be and what makes you happy. But I can tell you from experience - the grass is not always greener in some other field. But for the ones who can see past the difficulties and challenges, and remember why you do what you do, the opportunities to impact the lives of many students awaits you.
Mr. B.
Wednesday, April 23, 2014
My Plan or God's Plan
I have often asked myself why things are the way they are. I trusted Christ as my Lord and Savior at the age of 9. I've certainly made a lot of mistakes along my spiritual journey, but I can look back at my life and see a growing relationship with Him. While I have a lot to learn, I see God doing a great work in me, making me more like Christ everyday.
I also know the Bible never promises an easy life for a Christian. No where in Scripture do I read that as a believer it's smooth sailing from now through eternity. The Bible certainly promises us that God will provide for us, exactly what we need that's also consistent with His will for our lives. I mean, He owns the cattle on a 1,000 hills - it's all His anyway, and He desires to bless us in ways that keep us growing in Him.
But I must tell you, it's one thing to know these truths and another thing to truly believe them. Anyone can know information, but belief is what translates that knowledge to wisdom and trust. I've got to tell you that today, I'm really struggling with some of this. Not because I don't believe in God. Not because I doubt that Scripture is true and without error. But because living it is hard. Some days, like today, really hard.
When I get to this place, I remember several important things. God doesn't want to leave me where I am today. What I'm experiencing today is just another part of the spiritual journey He's got me on. That usually means the journey gets a little more difficult sometimes. God is faithful to His Word, only allowing what we can stand and always giving us the way of escape (1 Cor. 10:13).
I often remember the story in Mark 9:14-29, when Jesus & His disciples are approached by a man who has a son with a mute spirit in him. This is a pretty difficult situation, which the father describes in great detail. The man asked the disciples to heal his son, but they can't do it. As He usually does, Jesus uses this as a teachable moment for them (and me). He calls them out for their lack of faith, then gets more info from the man about his son.
Don't miss this next part. The father describes in even more detail how difficult the situation is with his son. It's a desperate situation, one that has no answers. But the man says something very important: "But if You can do anything, have compassion on us and help us" (v. 22). This says to me that even in his desperate state, the man believes that Jesus can do something to help. Jesus then makes the most important statement on this: "If you can believe, all things are possible to him who believes" (v. 23). Then the man makes a statement that so often summarizes perfectly where I am in times like this: "Lord, I believe: help my unbelief" (v. 24). Also notice he "cried out with tears". He came to the end of himself and cried out to Jesus for help.
I think the man is saying, I believe in You, Jesus. I know You can heal and provide for my son. But my belief is blurred by the situation, my desperation, the enemy telling me I can't do it, that the cause is hopeless, what I desire can't be done, and there's no hope. The text also tells me that the man tried everything he knew to do, and none of these things brought the healing his son needed. Only when he came to this point and surrendered to Jesus did everything fall into place. In fact, after this, Jesus healed his son.
I've told my students this before - you can know everything about God and the Bible, but unless it translates to faith, trust and belief, it will not mean anything. Can we really trust God to do what He says? Is there anything in our lives that is too difficult for Him? Can we believe He knows what's best for us, especially when it's not what we want or prefer? If God took away everything from me, would He still be enough?
I know the answers to these questions. The knowledge is in my head, based on a lot of years living as a Christian, going to church, listening to sermons & teaching, and reading the Bible. There are just some days, like today, when that knowledge is put to the test and is being moved from my head to my heart. It is being solidified into belief. So today, as the man in the story did, I cry out to God: "Lord, I believe: help my unbelief."
Mr. B.
I also know the Bible never promises an easy life for a Christian. No where in Scripture do I read that as a believer it's smooth sailing from now through eternity. The Bible certainly promises us that God will provide for us, exactly what we need that's also consistent with His will for our lives. I mean, He owns the cattle on a 1,000 hills - it's all His anyway, and He desires to bless us in ways that keep us growing in Him.
But I must tell you, it's one thing to know these truths and another thing to truly believe them. Anyone can know information, but belief is what translates that knowledge to wisdom and trust. I've got to tell you that today, I'm really struggling with some of this. Not because I don't believe in God. Not because I doubt that Scripture is true and without error. But because living it is hard. Some days, like today, really hard.
When I get to this place, I remember several important things. God doesn't want to leave me where I am today. What I'm experiencing today is just another part of the spiritual journey He's got me on. That usually means the journey gets a little more difficult sometimes. God is faithful to His Word, only allowing what we can stand and always giving us the way of escape (1 Cor. 10:13).
I often remember the story in Mark 9:14-29, when Jesus & His disciples are approached by a man who has a son with a mute spirit in him. This is a pretty difficult situation, which the father describes in great detail. The man asked the disciples to heal his son, but they can't do it. As He usually does, Jesus uses this as a teachable moment for them (and me). He calls them out for their lack of faith, then gets more info from the man about his son.
Don't miss this next part. The father describes in even more detail how difficult the situation is with his son. It's a desperate situation, one that has no answers. But the man says something very important: "But if You can do anything, have compassion on us and help us" (v. 22). This says to me that even in his desperate state, the man believes that Jesus can do something to help. Jesus then makes the most important statement on this: "If you can believe, all things are possible to him who believes" (v. 23). Then the man makes a statement that so often summarizes perfectly where I am in times like this: "Lord, I believe: help my unbelief" (v. 24). Also notice he "cried out with tears". He came to the end of himself and cried out to Jesus for help.
I think the man is saying, I believe in You, Jesus. I know You can heal and provide for my son. But my belief is blurred by the situation, my desperation, the enemy telling me I can't do it, that the cause is hopeless, what I desire can't be done, and there's no hope. The text also tells me that the man tried everything he knew to do, and none of these things brought the healing his son needed. Only when he came to this point and surrendered to Jesus did everything fall into place. In fact, after this, Jesus healed his son.
I've told my students this before - you can know everything about God and the Bible, but unless it translates to faith, trust and belief, it will not mean anything. Can we really trust God to do what He says? Is there anything in our lives that is too difficult for Him? Can we believe He knows what's best for us, especially when it's not what we want or prefer? If God took away everything from me, would He still be enough?
I know the answers to these questions. The knowledge is in my head, based on a lot of years living as a Christian, going to church, listening to sermons & teaching, and reading the Bible. There are just some days, like today, when that knowledge is put to the test and is being moved from my head to my heart. It is being solidified into belief. So today, as the man in the story did, I cry out to God: "Lord, I believe: help my unbelief."
Mr. B.
Thursday, February 13, 2014
Jesus In My Place
Great song. Great message. From Summit Worship: Jesus In My Place.
On my worst of days, what can wash away my sin?
When I fall again and I hear “condemned,” on this I’ll stand
Living the life I could not live, Dying the death that I deserved
Jesus in my place, Jesus in my place
This is hope, this is grace, Jesus in my place
On my best of days, what can wash away my pride?
When my greatest deeds fail to make me clean, in this I’ll trust
On that final day, when I stand and face my God
Bold and confident, I will say Lord this is all I have
Living the life I could not live, Dying the death that I deserved
Bearing my sin to pay the price, Rising again to give me life!
Jesus in my place, Jesus in my place
This is hope, this is grace, Jesus in my place
Mercy on display, powerful to save
This is life, this is faith, Jesus in my place
Written by Matt Papa and Jonathan Welch
© 2011 Love Your Enemies Publishing (ASCAP); Doorkeeper Publishing (ASCAP)
On my worst of days, what can wash away my sin?
When I fall again and I hear “condemned,” on this I’ll stand
Living the life I could not live, Dying the death that I deserved
Jesus in my place, Jesus in my place
This is hope, this is grace, Jesus in my place
On my best of days, what can wash away my pride?
When my greatest deeds fail to make me clean, in this I’ll trust
On that final day, when I stand and face my God
Bold and confident, I will say Lord this is all I have
Living the life I could not live, Dying the death that I deserved
Bearing my sin to pay the price, Rising again to give me life!
Jesus in my place, Jesus in my place
This is hope, this is grace, Jesus in my place
Mercy on display, powerful to save
This is life, this is faith, Jesus in my place
Written by Matt Papa and Jonathan Welch
© 2011 Love Your Enemies Publishing (ASCAP); Doorkeeper Publishing (ASCAP)
Tuesday, December 31, 2013
Resolutions
I try not to make New Year's resolutions. I like most of the people in the world have trouble keeping them past the first month, if that long. I saw a web post this morning that gave me this idea. What about some general resolutions or just things to consider doing in 2014. Some of these are meant more for fun than anything, although I will try at least a few of them myself. I've borrowed a few from the web post mentioned earlier. Enjoy.
Some New Year's Resolutions to Consider
1. Read a Proverb a day. I recommend reading more of God's Word than just one Proverb a day. But the Proverbs are so powerful.
2. Read the Bible everyday. Follow up to #1. Even if it's only 15 minutes, just do it. Be consistent.
3. Savor your food. Slow down and enjoy what God has given you to eat. Will probably help you eat a little better and not overeat.
4. Go on more walks. For me, that would be actually start walking again. Great way to be alone with God, listen to good music or an audio book, or spend time with family.
5. Make time for close friends. I struggle with this, being so busy and using this to justify not spending time with friends. Commit to making this a priority.
6. Encourage at least five people everyday. With social media, this should be easier than ever. But don't be afraid to still talk to someone personally.
7. Use social media & apps as a worship offering to God. I use Facebook & Twitter to pray for people with special needs. I use Evernote to keep a prayer journal. Think of social media & apps as a way to glorify God, not just comment on pages & post pictures.
8. Read one book a month. This is definitely one I want to try to improve on. I think the key is to read a little every day. Don't try to consume books in large chunks, which is harder to sustain.
9. Recruit a mentor. Look for someone who loves God who will pray for you and invest in your life.
10. Invest in someone. Look for someone you can mentor.
11. Set a limit on technology time each day. Oh man, this one can be hard. Make time for more important things for yourself and your family.
12. Don't put anything on the Internet or an app you don't want everyone to be able to see. Don't buy the lie that only your friends can see it. Using a false name or account doesn't work either. Ask yourself if what you're posting will glorify God.
13. Look for one opportunity each week to be a blessing to someone. Be creative. Make it something quick and easy. Do something in a way where the person doesn't know it's from you. For God's glory.
Ok, now some fun ones.
1. Find new ways to incorporate bacon in meals. Bacon - enough said.
2. Toilet paper your own yard one night and blame the teenagers next door.
3. Next time you get on a crowded elevator, start talking to yourself like Heath Ledger as the Joker in the Dark Knight. See what happens.
4. Saw this on a comedy show on TV recently. Next time you stay at a hotel, on your last day there, take a hot shower. Use your finger to draw on the mirror something like, "I'm watching you, Victor.". Once the mirror clears, the writing will not be visible. But when the next guest takes a shower, the writing will show on the mirror again. Now, the next guest's name might not be Victor, but if it is......well, you get the idea.
5. Pretend every day is like the movie Groundhog Day. If today were the day that would be repeated over and over again, how would you spend it? What legacy for Christ would you leave in it?
Happy New Year! Make it a great one for our great God!
Pastor Randy
Some New Year's Resolutions to Consider
1. Read a Proverb a day. I recommend reading more of God's Word than just one Proverb a day. But the Proverbs are so powerful.
2. Read the Bible everyday. Follow up to #1. Even if it's only 15 minutes, just do it. Be consistent.
3. Savor your food. Slow down and enjoy what God has given you to eat. Will probably help you eat a little better and not overeat.
4. Go on more walks. For me, that would be actually start walking again. Great way to be alone with God, listen to good music or an audio book, or spend time with family.
5. Make time for close friends. I struggle with this, being so busy and using this to justify not spending time with friends. Commit to making this a priority.
6. Encourage at least five people everyday. With social media, this should be easier than ever. But don't be afraid to still talk to someone personally.
7. Use social media & apps as a worship offering to God. I use Facebook & Twitter to pray for people with special needs. I use Evernote to keep a prayer journal. Think of social media & apps as a way to glorify God, not just comment on pages & post pictures.
8. Read one book a month. This is definitely one I want to try to improve on. I think the key is to read a little every day. Don't try to consume books in large chunks, which is harder to sustain.
9. Recruit a mentor. Look for someone who loves God who will pray for you and invest in your life.
10. Invest in someone. Look for someone you can mentor.
11. Set a limit on technology time each day. Oh man, this one can be hard. Make time for more important things for yourself and your family.
12. Don't put anything on the Internet or an app you don't want everyone to be able to see. Don't buy the lie that only your friends can see it. Using a false name or account doesn't work either. Ask yourself if what you're posting will glorify God.
13. Look for one opportunity each week to be a blessing to someone. Be creative. Make it something quick and easy. Do something in a way where the person doesn't know it's from you. For God's glory.
Ok, now some fun ones.
1. Find new ways to incorporate bacon in meals. Bacon - enough said.
2. Toilet paper your own yard one night and blame the teenagers next door.
3. Next time you get on a crowded elevator, start talking to yourself like Heath Ledger as the Joker in the Dark Knight. See what happens.
4. Saw this on a comedy show on TV recently. Next time you stay at a hotel, on your last day there, take a hot shower. Use your finger to draw on the mirror something like, "I'm watching you, Victor.". Once the mirror clears, the writing will not be visible. But when the next guest takes a shower, the writing will show on the mirror again. Now, the next guest's name might not be Victor, but if it is......well, you get the idea.
5. Pretend every day is like the movie Groundhog Day. If today were the day that would be repeated over and over again, how would you spend it? What legacy for Christ would you leave in it?
Happy New Year! Make it a great one for our great God!
Pastor Randy
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