Update: As promised, comments are now closed. This was a one-day shot. I announced this on other blog posts, on Facebook, on Twitter, and on Google+ several times.
Thanks to all of you who participated. The Blog Manager tells me that five of you still have to follow the instructions at the top of the post (below) for your comments to be approved. Once you do that, your comments will be approved and your blog promoted.
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Okay, Fun Seekers. Today is Shameless Promotion Day [applause].
You all have an opportunity to promote your blog or website so that everyone who reads this post will become aware of it.
Please note that you’re essentially getting free advertising on the blog today. (There’s a charge for banner ads on the blog. But today’s exercise is a freebie.)
Three things to keep in mind:
- This blog is viewed hundreds of thousands of times each month. So your blog or website is going to be introduced to thousands of people.
- A very large percentage of my readers look at the comments section, even long after a post is first published. Keep that in mind.
- You are welcome to share this post on Facebook tomorrow so others may see all the blogs, including yours.
That said, if you wish to participate in today’s “shameless promotion,” we simply ask that you do one thing first.
- If you have a blog, create a new post featuring one of the two posts below. Or both if you like. To make it easy, you can simply copy and paste the headings below and then provide the link to the post(s) – they are provided also.
Or you can create your own headings and your own commentary in the post. But be sure to use the links below. I want to highlight these two posts because they promote the work of others that I deem valuable:
Heading:
N.T. Wright Interview: “Simply Jesus” & Wright Responds to Critics
In the body of the blog:
Click this link to read the unedited interview:
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Or . . .
Heading:
Scot McKnight Interview: “The King Jesus Gospel” & McnKnight Responds to Critics
In the body of the blog:
Click this link to read the unedited interview:
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That’s it. Easy as cheesecake.
- For those of you who don’t have a blog, but a website, just add a link to http://frankviola.org somewhere visible on your web page. But if you have a blog, we ask that you carry out the above exercise instead.
Our beloved Blog Manager says that she’s “making a list and checking it twice,” so make sure you do this first. Once you’ve done it, here’s how to promote your blog or website.
In the comments section, provide three things in this order:
1) The name of your blog or website.
2) The url (address) of the blog or website.
3) One to three sentences explaining what your blog or website is about.
Important: The Blog Manager says that if your blog or website disparages, defames, or misrepresents another person or their work, she will not approve your comment. So if your comment isn’t approved, that’s probably why. Either that or you didn’t carry out the first request.
Also: I want to remind you all of #13 on my Advice for Bloggers list. It reads as follows:
Allow Engagement, But Moderate Comments. I realize that not everyone is able to allow comments due to time constraints. Fortunately, I’ve been able to allow them up to this point. Allowing engagement is great for several reasons. However, if you receive a lot of comments, you would be wise to moderate them. The Internet is the Wild Wild West. People can anonymously trash someone if they want. This makes blog moderation a necessity.
Unfortunately, I’ve watched some bloggers allow anyone to post anything they like without any kind of moderation. The result: Some Christians get smeared. This is plain wrong. It violates what our Lord taught, “Treat others the same way you want to be treated.” You wouldn’t want a blogger to allow a comment that attacks your character on their blog.
Your blog should be a platform for edifying conversation, not a venue for promoting the sins of evil communication (Eph. 4:29). All readers should feel safe there. Most bloggers I know responsibly moderate their comments, and some have explicit rules for moderation. You can take a look at mine here (I don’t moderate the comments myself). Some bloggers I know don’t even allow comments because of this problem.
Finally, comments will be closed early tomorrow morning . . . hence the advantage of being an Email subscriber to the blog. It’s so you don’t miss “opportunity posts” like this one. I will write similar “opportunity posts” in the future. So by subscribing, you won’t miss anything.
Okay, let the shameless promotion begin!
1. Legacy Fund
2. http://legacyfund.blogspot.com/
3. Legacy Fund is non-profit organization. And this our Blog:
Blog description:
Every day we tell for you all news about Legacy Fund, philanthropy & charity in Noblesville, Fishers, Carmel, Sheridan, Zionsville, Atlanta, Cicero & Arcadia in Indiana.
We added post on our blog:
http://legacyfund.blogspot.com/2011/10/nt-wright-interview-simply-jesus-wright.html
1. The Radical Resurgence
2. http://theResurgence.net
3. Articles by different authors all on the resurgence of the radical wing of the Reformation that’s happening around the globe.
Echoing Jesus
http://www.echoingjesus.com
EchoingJesus.com exists to encourage those who consider themselves followers of Jesus and those just looking. The blog exists to encourage living as a follower of Jesus in the every day, through exploration of a wide range of themes and responding with spoken worship. The general themes discussed are: Prayer, Worship, Discipleship, Culture, Thankfulness & Community
1. danwhitejr
2. danwhitejr.blogspot.com
3. I’m a church planter in the city of Syracuse and I write from my experience in leading a network of post-Christians through reorienting around the Beautiful Mess of Community as it organically produces Holy Love.
1. Christcenteredchristianity
2. http://christcenteredchristianity.com
3. A blog dedicated to the promotion of the centrality and supremacy of the Lord Jesus Christ in all things for the fulfillment of God’s eternal purpose in and through the Church. Colossians 1:18
Good to see you here, David!
Yes, and you too! Blessings!:-)
1. The Honest One
2. http://thehonestone.wordpress.com
3. The Honest One is about thoughts on life in general. Its scripture in everyday life though the references are not made directly.
1. Quietwitness
2. http://clarke2earth.blogspot.com
3. I’m involved in urban outreach in the city of Cincinnati. I hope to express stories and thoughts on my blog that would honor Jesus and encourage those who seek Him.
Romanian Orphan Ministries
http://www.romanianorphanministries.com
Bringing the forgotten orphan youth in Romania to faith in Christ, discipling them, and equipping them to be productive citizens and Christians.
This note is from the Blog Manager:
“Some of you posted a comment but you didn’t follow the instructions. Please re-read the instructions at the top. Also make sure that the links are clickable when you post them on your blog. Thank you.”
Harvest of Pearls
http://harvestofpearls.com/
Harvest of Pearls is the website of Kat Huff, that’s me. All that is physical has a greater reality, and that reality is Christ. Harvest of Pearls speaks of Christ, our Life.
Christian Lounge (on the SATS website).
http://www.satsonline.org/christian_lounge_home
This site is your starting point for finding anything and everything to do with your Christian Studies. Whether you are searching for serious academic articles for study purposes or simply desiring to increase your knowledge of God and the Bible*, this is the place to start!
Okay, you’ve twisted my arm. I’ll agree to the swap.
Blog: Experiencing Christ
URL: http://xpchrist.wordpress.com
This is my personal blog where I share about learning and experiencing Christ. I share body life with a precious group of saints, and most of what I share comes from learning Christ together with them.
Burton House Church
http://burtonhousechurch.yolasite.com/
I’ve only set this website up in the last couple of days, so there’s not much to it.
It’s about our organic style house church based in the UK. Enjoy and please revisit to see how things develop.
1. Sacramental Living
2. http://sacramentalliving.blogspot.com/
3. Reflections on how to live all of life under the Lordship of Christ. Touching on art, culture, education, doctrine, prayer and just about anything else!
IN SEARCH OF THE WHOLE-HEARTED LIFE
http://www.Whole-HeartedLife.blogspot.com
IN SEARCH OF THE WHOLE-HEARTED LIFE is dedicated to thinking outside the box regarding “the church”, health, nationalism, lifestyle and heart issues. If you are you ready to re-evaluate issues which are typically so deeply ingrained that most of us never consider questioning them, you’ve come to the right place! I love to be challenged and to challenge others to stretch beyond their comfort zones.
Community Wesleyan church
http://www.intercessioncity.blogspot.com
Book reviews, thoughts and observations on things pertaing to God and mission
Searching Together
http://searchingtogether.org/
Searching Together is a quarterly magazine published by a team of Christ-followers, with Jon Zens as editor. The team includes: Wilma Bell, Kat Huff, Bonnie & Gary Jaeckle, Timothy L. Price, Arlan Purdy, Marv and Jodi Root.
I am an authorized agent for Jon Zens and I submit this website as per his request.
Churchburned
http://www.churchburned.com
Geared towards people who feel like they’ve been hurt “by the church” and have no intention of going back, Churchburned is a blog that explores the true and organic nature of what the church as a whole is called to be.
Big Circumstance
http://bigcircumstance.com/
Blogging as a British Methodist minister from a moderate evangelical, missional perspective.
1. The Way
2. http://thewaybody.blogspot.com
3. The goal of this blog is to expose Christ via His bride – the organic expression of His body. In this blog I share how God is revealing to me and His church the ageless mystery of His eternal purpose, drawing us into His intended relationship with His Son.
Greg Carlet
http://gregcarlet.blogspot.com/
God awakened in me a love for reading and writing when He captured my heart fully a couple of years ago due to some life-altering circumstances. My blog is an outlet for me to share what God is teaching me.
Learning to Live in the Secret Place is a blog that features my personal journey from a life lived with Jesus as my perceived helper to the understanding of His indwelling life. I am also writing about my growing understanding of the implications of the reality of the Body of Christ’s on the earth.
Experiencing Jesus
http://www.michelecline.wordpress.com
The musings of one who is head over heels in love with Jesus! To encourage other believers. To proclaim the centrality of Christ in all things. Still very much a work in progress.
1) Love found me broken
2) http://nischelle.blogspot.com/
3) Writing about experiences, thoughts and adventures journeying through life.
Didn’t know you had a blog! Very Cool!
1. Living in the Reign
2. http://livinginthereign.wordpress.com
3. Living in the reign is designed to help fellow Brother & Sisters in Christ learn to live in the Reign of God.
Simple Church
http://www.simplechurch.com.ua
This website has over one-hundred-fifty articles from various authors in English and with parallel Russian translation. Enjoy our English articles and if you know of people in the Russian-speaking world, send them our way. Frank has graciously helped us make several of his books available in Russian and they have been of huge benefit and blessing in the Russian-speaking world.
Timmy
My family and I have been to Russia several times and have a huge heart for the Russian people. Organic church information in Russian! This is fantastic!
Thanks for sharing. I know several people who would be interested in your site.
A Closer Look
http://masongrimes.blogspot.com/
I started this blog to bring awareness of what the best church structure might be. Other subject will come later if it takes off.
Journey Into The Son
http://www.journeyintotheson.com
Bread and Wine from the Bridegroom for the Perfecting of His Bride.
Specifically, a mix of notes from my prayer journal, musings on scripture, the occasional story, and whatever else God might give me to share.
1. Malcolm’s Blog – Christian Biblical Perspectives.
2. http://malscript.wordpress.com
3. I have a passion to see Jesus given His rightful place in our personal lives and in the church of today – central, supreme and pre-eminent
1. Stonecall
2. http://www.stonecall.com
3. My blog is about sharing theological and devotional content for the purpose of building up people in the Christian faith.
D.L. Webster
http://gzmproductions.com/dlwebster
I write about church, Christianity, and other topics from a Christian perspective. I also write book and movie reviews, as well as providing other resources.
Viral Jesus
http://thejesusvirus.org/
What will it take to see a viral movement of the Gospel in the West? An exploration of organic, viral Christianity as discussed in my new book Viral Jesus.
Sand Castles and Snow Forts
http://sandcastlesandsnowforts.blogspot.com/
This is my personal blog about being a single mom, enjoying life with my four children, my journey with God, and my writing.
1. Pas Graphe (Greek for All Scripture)
2. http://pasgraphe.blogspot.com
3. My blog is a devotion site. I publish my thoughts twice a week combining the everyday issues with what I glean from scripture in my quiet time.
WhatGodDoes.com
http://www.whatgoddoes.com
Excerpt from “about this blog” – Have you ever been to church or had a conversation with a religious person in which you asked honest, difficult questions, only to find yourself dissatisfied or disillusioned with the answers they provided? Perhaps you question the existence of God, what it really means to be a “Christian”, inconsistencies in scripture, the moral track record of religious institutions, the fear and terror related emotions induced by eternal torment and wrath-of-God doctrines, how religion’s insistence on tribal and mythological thinking has stumped human progress in science and learning, etc. You want to know how and why it is that a good God seems to have approved of slavery, the degradation of women, genocide, torture, the ill-treatment of homosexuals or people who are otherwise labeled “outcast”, etc. (cont’d)
Dancing on the Feet of God
http://dancingonthefeetofgod.com
The website promotes my book of the same title as well as speaking engagements and a blog. My book and blog try to make followers of Jesus think a little more than usual as well as encourage to go deeper…occasionally, maybe even a loving little poke in the eye!
The purpose of this blog is equip the saints for the work of the ministry. I talk about the application of the principles of the kingdom of God and their implementation in everyday life. It is my passion to advance the kingdom.
The Passionate Pursuit of Christ
jimmyproulx.wordpress.com
I am a pastor so I write as a pastor to the people in my church first. If someone else gains from reading my blog than I am glad that I could be of service. It is my desire to use the blog to drive people to Jesus.
What’s in a Name?
http://myonionlayers.blogspot.com/
About:
* Charts a journey out of the religious System
* Personal musings on spiritual topics as well as funny stuff
* A look at current events in the light of scripture
The Whole Dang Thing
http://thewholedangthing.wordpress.com/
I am blogging through the Bible with irreverent reverence. One chapter at a time through the whole dang thing. I’m in the early chapters of Deuteronomy now.
Thanks Frank!
1. Spirit-Led Connecting: Empowering Leaders who Encourage Believers
2. http://www.SpiritLedConnecting.com
3. By Bridging the Ministry Gap, church leaders can help members explore and discover their God-called ministry: serving with passion, reaching the lost and building up the Body of Christ. This blog focuses on the gaps in equipping believers, reaching the community, and making disciples. Practical tips and stories are provided.
A daily (5-6 days a week) post on faith and life. Mostly biblical and theological. Occasionally cultural, leadership, Christianity, etc.
Called to Rebuild
http://www.jlawson23.com
I explore various themes relating to God’s eternal purpose in Christ. There are regular book and blogger reviews to introduce readers to the work of men and women who have influenced my life in a positive way. Also, I’ve recently been posting a series of reminiscences from three years of my participation in “organic” church life.
Thanks, Frank! You’re a generous man.
1) Vivimos Para Ti!
2) http://www.vivimosparati.com/
3) My Blog is in spanish and its about Jesus. We write mostly about Five Subjects: Caminar Profundo con El,
Comunidad, Jesucristo, Lastre y Libros (Deep Walk with Jesus, Community, Jesus, Things that pulls us back and Books).
1. Pastor Bill Britton
2. OccupyEvangelicals.org
3. I’m inviting Evangelicals (and “beyond”!) and people in the Occupy Movement to engage each other in civil discourse. I want to challenge Evangelicals to critically consider the message of the Occupy Wall Street movement, and encourage Occupiers to see Evangelicals as those who share many of their values and can work with them in the fight for justice.
1. Journey of Grace Ministries
2. http://www.jogministries.wordpress.com
3. This blog is about my journey and understanding of God’s amazing grace. It’s my attempt to help others find their way out of legalism and rule-keeping into the marvelous journey of Grace.
Active Grace ministries; Helping others experiencing the reality of Abba his love and grace. Our Dutch site has more to offer than our English site but still we hope you enjoy the visit. The study page we recommend with also a link to Frank Viola. For the Dutch site go to http://www.activegraceministries.org .
My blog is called Deconstructing Neverland
http://www.bobbyauner.blogspot.com
Sometimes I write against the current church system. Other times I peel back my flesh and display my own humanity. Often I share revelations of Christ as the Spirit leads.
Stickles are Random
http://sticklesarerandom.blogspot.com/
I started blogging when I was doing a theology course, to give me a way of working through all the amazing things I was learning. I still write plenty about Jesus and being a follower of his, but there’s also bits about UK politics, music, chess, football and other things as they pique my interest.
Words Create New Worlds
JordanDowell.com
Thoughts of a young church leader in downtown Chicago: on theology, arts, creativity, hope, loss and redemption.
Tori Cooper’s Journey Deeper
http://mrstoriecooper.blogspot.com
This blog is about my journey called life as a crunchy christian mama.
I have read Frank Viola’s blog posts and books for years.
And as far as I’m concerned he’s spot-on. And when Frank interviewed N. T. Wright, I found myself agreeing easily with what Wright had to say: http://frankviola.org/2012/01/23/ntwright
My blog is The Devotional Den, Insights and Meditations from Scripture and Life…That subtitle really describes what I write. Here’s the link:
http://thedevotionalden.com/
You’re invited to check out my stuff. I’m Protestant, Evangelical (really “Beyond Evangelical” at this point), and a supporter of the organic church movement big time.
By His Feet
http://byhisfeet.wordpress.com
By His Feet is my little blog, dedicated God’s eternal purpose and to being seated by the feet of Jesus Christ and learning Him. The blog is also available in Swedish here: vidhansfotter.wordpress.com
Post on the blog:
http://byhisfeet.wordpress.com/2012/02/29/n-t-wright-interview-simply-jesus-wright-responds-to-critics/
In Him,
Daniel Norlin
Natural Church
http://naturalchurch.wordpress.com
Just a blog filled with thoughts (and some newspaper columns) on the magnificent God of the universe who loves us JUST AS MUCH as he loves his Son. Oh wow…
1. The Theological Materialist
2. http://christopherbaca.wordpress.com
3. The Theological Materialist is a blog wishing to explore both philosophical and theological issues in post-Evangelical, missional, and emergent Christianity. Writings include issues in ethics, spirituality, and philosophical theology.
Blog Name: Allergic to BS
URL: http://abnormalreaction.wordpress.com/
What the blog is about: My name is Brian Swan, but people call me Swanny.
I am a Christ follower that is walking in a post-institutional wilderness. Married, 2 wonderful kids and an amazing wife. Just learning about Christ from others each and every day.
After years of struggle, I have finally been diagnosed… I am allergic to b.s.
This blog is my attempt to relate to others that have the same affliction.
What is the affliction? Being absolutely appalled with the system of church, and the actions and behavior that goes on within.
It is the system…
It is the rituals…
It is the way it is boxed up…
Let us find something to ease our allergic reactions together… lets talk.
1) The Upholsterer’s Wife
2) http://theupholstererswife.blogspot.com/
3) What daily life looks like when an introverted mother processes the thunderstorms of her head into words, for the purpose of “recovering sanity and restoring soul.” Honest, humorous, thoughtful.
Ant Writes
http://antwrites.com
I’m an ex-pastor (thank to Frank’s books) who blogs about prophecy and my travels through the swamps of Christianity
Post on the blog: http://antwrites.com/2012/02/29/scot-mcknight-interview-the-king-jesus-gospel-mcnknight-responds-to-critics/
Axe and Sword Revival Group is a high energy, hard hitting band of rock balladeers, who believe that music is, possibly, the greatest unifying tool in the world. Choosing styles of music that cut across boundaries, ASRG seeks to unite people of all ages under the banner of Jesus Christ, and encourage them to live powerful, meaningful lives in, and for, the kingdom of God. Equipping the saints in whatever capacity is available to ASRG is the main thrust of our vision.
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1) The name of your blog or website.
“The Pangea Blog” by Kurt Willems
2) The url (address) of the blog or website.
http://patheos.com/blogs/thepangeablog
3) One to three sentences explaining what your blog or website is about.
Kurt Willems is an Anabaptist writer and pastor who is preparing for church planting by finishing work towards a Master of Divinity degree at Fresno Pacific Biblical Seminary. You can catch up with Kurt at the Pangea Blog, Twitter, and Facebook. He’s a contributing writer for Red Letter Christians, and has also written for Relevant Magazine, The Ooze, Emergent Village, Converge Magazine, Mennonite Weekly Review and Sojourners.
“Arise, shine, for your light has come.”
roxannabradley.wordpress.com
This is a place where I do what I love. A place where I write. Where I intertwine truth, love, and beauty (and my best attempt at wit) in hopes of glorifying Jesus Christ.
1) Life and Building
2) http://lifeandbuilding.com
3) Curating the best of life, architecture, and the Bible. Helping Christians see the “much more” salvation that is at the heart of God’s eternal economy. Doing my part to fulfill Romans 10:18 – “Their voice has gone out into all the earth and their words to the ends of the inhabited earth.”
I’ve been a pastor and missionary for over forty years. In the last ten years or so, I’ve been challenged by the need in my life and the life of the Church for radical, biblical discipleship according to Luke 14:25-35, in which Jesus tell us that we cannot be His disciples unless we are willing to love Him more than we love our families, our money and our own lives. I have also come to see, by God’s grace, that our top-down leadership structure in the Church is upside down. I am not angry or critical–I am burdened. I have written three books that pertain to these vital topics. Deeper and Leadership on the Brink are available in both paperback and (less-expensive) Kindle editions. :–)
http://www.amazon.com/Deeper-Call-Discipleship-Jim-Thomson/dp/1466367563/ref=sr_1_sc_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1330550647&sr=8-1-spell
http://www.amazon.com/Points-Departure-Challenges-American-Evangelical/dp/0982370385/ref=sr_1_sc_1?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1330550749&sr=1-1-spell
http://www.amazon.com/Leadership-Brink-Churchs-Confrontation-Gods/dp/1466294639/ref=sr_1_1?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1330550788&sr=1-1
1) Truth On The Way
2) http://truthontheway.net/
3) It’s mostly a place where I reflect on what the Lord has been showing me. Common topics include living under grace rather than law, our identity in and union with Christ, church life and regular devotional moments.
Yeah Steve!
Glad you’re shameless too!
This was my first step into the blogosphere, after many years on the Mission field, and it felt good to find a more public voice in these spiritually chaotic days. FB happily introduced me to Frank’s books. The blog links to my first book, “Love Song of a Flower Child: a Story of Redemption from the Drop-out Days, the Tune-in, Turn-on Times”, to be published this summer by West Bow Press, a division of Thomas Nelson.
The title of my first blog is “Lovewalk Awakening” is my first step into the blogosphere. After many years on the mission field, I needed to find a more public voice through social media, commenting on events through a Christian perspective. It also provides a link to my first book, “Love Song of a Flower Child: The Story of My Redemption from the Drop-out Days, the Tune-in, Turn-on Times”, to be published this summer by WestBow Press, a div. of Thomas Nelson.
1. The Life of Shawn
2. http://shawnmwilson.com/
3. My tag line reads; My thoughts on Life, Liberty, and the Pursuit of Happiness. It’s pretty much what God is doing in all areas of my life, from my personal walk, business, politics, and everything in between. Sometimes I’m controversial, while other times sensitive, but always looking to grow and connect with others.
1) Grace Symbols
2) http://www.gracesymbols.blogspot.com.au
3) I usually blog two or three times a month about revelation I receive, usually with regards to symbols/images of our Lord in the OT
We meet around the Lord Jesus Christ here on the West Coast of California. We are excited to meet with others who are also followers of Jesus, and who desire to participate in New Testament Christian home gatherings. http://homefellowship.webstarts.com/index.html
1) God Speaks 2 Us, featuring Richard’s Blog.
2) http://GodSpeaks2.us/blog
3) I try to highlight my own personal insights as I seek God’s authority in my life. It’s a little off the beaten path, but it’s my path, and I hope some of you enjoy my musings. This blog highlights some writings that span a 7 year time frame, but I am only now beginning to find my voice guided by the Holy Spirit.
Name of the Blog: MY LIFE AS A WRESTLER
URL: http://crispinschroeder.blogspot.com/
I am pastor of Northshore Vineyard Church in Covington, Louisiana (across the lake from New Orleans), a musician, and wannabe author. I started the blog back in 2005 to wrestle through ideas on church, theology, culture and creativity.
The ‘Threshing Floor Blog’ is dedicated to making disciples. It is a blog that helps you practically apply the message of discipleship to your business, ministry, relationships etc. We give away a free 52 Lesson Workbook if you sign to our weekly blog or you can go to Facebook Fan Page at https://www.facebook.com/FoundationMin and follow us to recieve your free copy. Follow us on Twitter and you can also check out my three books centered on the subject of discipleship at Amazon.com. http://www.amazon.com/Darren-T.-Carter/e/B0058PMBCW.
Ray Spellbrink is the name of my blog.
http://www.rayspellbrink.com click on Blog tab
or http://rayspellbrink.blogspot.com will take you directly to my blog.
I use my blog to edify, exhort and encourage the Body of Christ through encouraging, challenging, thought provoking and sometimes humorous writings.
I am a singer/songwriter. I’m allowing free downloads of all my tunes for a limited time on my website http://www.reverbnation.com/stevegaither and yes I am related to Bill Gaither, at least spiritually anyway. He is my brother in the Lord and that is as far as it goes. All my songs are about inspirations and insights that the Lord brings to me often through great books such as Franks. The song, Generation Y, is my paraphrase of the same scripture Frank talks about in The Forgotten Beatitude Part I, which is Matthew 11:16. I used to introduce this song by saying, “Here is a scripture you will probably never hear anyone talk much about”. Frank changed that on Feb. 27th.
Anyway, give my songs a listen. I’m not committed to the status quo in my music styles or lyrical content so to my knowledge there is no one else doing Christian Blues music, or songs that deal with cancer, divorce, and other real life stuff. There is variety from worship style songs, southern rock, blues, pop and even folk styles. I’m a work in progress, so goes my music as well. If you had rather pay for my song instead of downloading them for free, you can go to the iTunes store of any of the major digital distribution dealers. If you want a hard copy of my CD the only way to get one is to go to my website http://www.STEVEGAITHERMUSIC.COM and click the Buy CD link. I am not trying to make a profit on my music so I don’t mind giving it away. But like Frank said in his writings about publishing, it seems that you will reach more people if you sell your product. Strange huh? If you are experiencing organic church and live in my area please let’s get connected. Thanks Frank for this great opportunity.
1) Wandering Thoughts
2) http://robmcfarren.blogspot.com
3) Thoughtfully living in life’s tensions. Writing at the intersection of faith, theology, philosophy, and leadership. Graduate of the United States Military Academy at West Point and Fuller Theological Seminary.
Nothing New Under The Sun
http://www.nothingnewunderthesun5.wordpress.com
The Reason and Purpose For This Blog:
For most of my adult life, I chose to remain stunted and infantile in my Christian walk and used my gifts and talents for myself instead of for God’s glory. It wasn’t until the last few years that I began to grow in my faith and truly learn about surrendering myself to Him; and in the last few months, I have felt inspired to write about the things I have learned along the way and am still learning everyday. I created this blog as I imagine there are many out there that are in the same place I was at and I hope to “open their eyes” to the reality of why we are called to be “in this world, but not of this world.”
1. Straight Plow “Looking Unto Jesus the Author and Finisher of our Faith.
2. http://www.straightplow.com
3. Posts that deal with the heart of following Jesus, our identity in Him, life in the body of Christ and truly experiencing Him. Most of my posts aim at uplifting the faith of the dear people of God to know and apprehend Jesus Christ our Lord.
1. opinions and musings
2. http://billbenninghoff.blogspot.com
3. my thoughts on life in the Kingdom and knowing Jesus as our life.
1)Created to Create
2)http://eabussey.wordpress.com/
3)It’s all about Life.Faith.Creativity and seeing God in the common and not so common aspects of creation and daily living.
1. Interpulpit
2. http://www.ricksbell.com
3. A blog about discovering all that God has for His people- not just in the future- but in the here and now.
1. renew our minds
2. http://renewourminds.wordpress.com
3. I started this blog recently to simply share some of my thoughts concerning the Body of Christ and encourage others.
1. Hatching of a Heart
2. http://hatchingofaheart.blogspot.com/
3. I blog about gratitude, about life and about topics and thoughts that cause me to really think about what I believe. These topics sometimes stir up discussion and debate, so feel free to comment, whether you agree or disagree! I’ve been on a little break, but I’m getting back in the blogging game.
1. Upstream Craving
2. http://upstreamcraving.com/
3. I am from Australia and continue a long line of explorers on the journey to Christ, seeking to make sense of the teachings of Jesus in the current cultural climate. My thoughts here are not answers – merely a space to reflect, experiment, explore, inquire and unearth something of the truth that is found in the person of Jesus. This is my note pad from the journey. I trust you will find encouragement and inspiration, as you read my thoughts as the road to eternity goes on.
1. Following Jesus Sucks
2. http://followingjesussucks.org/
3. I write about what it’s like to take Jesus up on his invitation to follow Him. It’s often difficult, just like Jesus said it would be. This blog is about being real and honest about the journey, and discovering if it’s worth it. I deal with rough outcasts. The blog reflects that.
I’m certainly shameless, so here goes. My blog is titled “On the Journey: Ramblings from one who follows Jesus on the back roads of life”
http://fredshope.blogspot.com/
I write about church, things that strike me as important in my walk with Jesus, and sometimes glimpses into my personal life. I also link to good blog posts that I come across.
God Dialogues
http://goddialogues.com
a conversation about God and some of the wacky, interesting and just conversation about what I see going on in Christianity.
1. Drawn to Torah
2. http://drawntotorah.wordpress.com
3. I am a Gentile believer who is drawn to Torah. Some may call me a Messianic Gentile and I’m okay with that if it helps to label me. I write about Torah, Jewish-Christian relations, Mussar, supersessionism, Messianic Judaism, etc. My goal is to expose Christians to the Jewishness of Jesus and Paul and the foundation of Christianity, which has Jewish roots.
Hey!
My blog is called Anchorhold and the address is http://www.colyden.com
An anchorhold was a small room attached to a church where one could look out at the world and pray. This is a blog with some comments on the world passing by my window, some perspective, some comments and some calls to prayer.
1. ZOE Inspirations
2. http://www.zoeinspirations.com
3. A blog that I pray will promote the shared LIFE in, among, and through the Body of Christ to and for Christ.
I hope I’m not too late. I am new to blogging and had a few technical difficulties. Thank you Frank for “Shameless Promotion Day” and the many other blessings you give to the body of Christ.
Living Waters Radio
http://www.livingwatersradio.com
My name is Patrick from the little island of Malta (Acts 28) and I produce a 1 hr weekly radio program which is mostly gospel reggae with a little chat as I ramble off a few thoughts. I love the amazing grace of God.