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Tools Used for Video
Some people are curious what I use for creating videos. So, here is a quick breakdown of software, hardware, and a few general tips. Hardware –I film using the built-in camera on my MacBook Pro. –I use an external USB Microphone for the audio. Specifically, I have a Samson CO1U. A USB condenser microphone is best because it won’t pick-up noise from the computer, such as the whirring of the hard-drive. Software In that past I have used … Read entire article »
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E-vangelism, Promoting and Supporting Vacation Bible School Via the Internet
Today’s post is a bit out of the norm in that typically I write how-to articles on advancing your personal discipleship. However, this past week we hit on a really great idea that I think many of you could use for evangelism or to enhance the experience of your kid’s at Vacation Bible School. Everyday after VBS I gathered photos from people and created a video for the day and emailed it to … Read entire article »
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Olympic faith and an olympic father
Every Olympics has its moment. A moment of triumph or tragedy that will stand out and mark that Olympics forever. Beyond a shadow of a doubt, the defining moment in the 1992 Olympics in Barcelona was the tragic race of british runner Derek Redmond. Redmond was almost sure to win the 400m semifinal race. Redmond was in the best condition of his life despite multiple surgeries on his achilles tendon … Read entire article »
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A Patience Story
I visited someone’s blog whom I met recently. Unfortunately, I met them because I was officiating their mother’s funeral. While it was a sad way to make someone’s acquaintance; nevertheless, I feel blessed to have met this person and their family. I feel blessed for a moment to have vicariously met her mother. Moments, like these, moments of remembering loved one’s with a family, give pastors an opportunity to regularly reflect on the fragile and fleeting nature of life. It is a mixed blessing, but undoubtably a blessing. This blessing that comes with watching life pass was punctuated this evening as I went with my wife to watch a stage version of the wonderful book, Tuesday’s with Morrie. For those of you who … Read entire article »
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Parents and Grandparents check out Jelly Telly
Have you heard of Jelly Telly? Jelly Telly is an amazing online ministry created by Phil Vischer with a rich assortment of characters, games, music, and videos. Whose Phil Vischer? Did you ever here of VeggieTales? Well, Phil is the genius that created VeggieTales and all of the lovable characters like Bob the Tomato, Larry the Cucumber and Junior Asparagus. He completely changed the face of Christian media with that beloved … Read entire article »
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Magnify the Lord
Some times we just need to slow down and look at something closely. Mary pondered what the Lord was doing when she discovered that she was to have a baby. This baby would grow to be a man that would be the fulfillment of promises made by God long ago. Mary rejoiced. She sang. She magnified the Lord. I hear the word magnify and I think about looking at something closely. The video above is a three minute opportunity for you to slow down and look closely at Jesus. He is the reason for the season. Take these next few minutes to watch the video and be reminded of the breadth and depth of this man from God. God’s gift … Read entire article »
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