I know a little bit about detoxing. Working at a youth jail I have seen teenagers come in after going to the hospital first because of their heavy drinking or drug abuse. It can take time and some work and time to feel normal again.
Yesterday I took the 10 Skyline Chili Dog Challenge. It was an adventure. I finished the first five really quickly-like less than four minutes. I think it was about the eighth chili dog where I hit a wall. I finally finished them all in 17:46 and achieved wall of champions status! It was a lot of fun. Myself and our Kids Pastors had some great laughs along the way.
I needed to do some "detoxing" later on. When I got home that afternoon I did a few things to detox. I drank a lot of water. I took a nap. I went to the gym for a light workout and some time in the sauna and steam room.
Sometimes I feel like I need to detox spiritually. Sometimes I feel sick with my blatant sin or apathy. The thing about spiritual detoxing is that I can't clean myself up. I need to swallow my pride and ask God for help. One of the amazing things about God is that He is always willing to forgive us and clean us up when we ask for it and genuinely mean it. Then we are able to move forward because whatever cleaned out of is gone. God has taken out our trash and invites us to walk with Him. That is my God! So amazing!
Wednesday, May 26, 2010
Thursday, April 8, 2010
FCA -devo/greatest individual sport
Real wrestling is the greatest individual sport in the world (in my humble opinion) and makes for a incredible event in Genesis 32-I could write about it-but the actual Bible passage is much better. I competed in wrestling for ten years and coached for two more. I ran across a devotional that included some thoughts about the great sport of wrestling so I am sharing it here:
Fellowship of Christian Athletes Daily Impact Play
What We Wrestle
Thursday, April 8th, 2010
READY:
“For our battle is not against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the authorities, against the world powers of this darkness, against the spiritual forces of evil in the heavens.”
-Ephesians 6:12
SET:
I love to watch wrestling. No, not the slam dunk, throw-em-across-the-ring brawls you see on television, but the true competition that takes place on mats across the country during the bleak winter months. Two contestants walk across the mat and, with a steely eyed stare, get ready to engage in a battle of strength and will. After three two-minute periods of power, strength and speed, one winner emerges with his or her hand raised by the referee. Often, the loser is defeated by a more qualified opponent, but once in awhile, a superior wrestler simply underestimates an opponent and that person’s abilities.
In the book of Ephesians, Paul says that we do not battle a physical enemy, but one that is powerful and of the dark world. These spiritual combatants want nothing more than to destroy us and they will do anything and everything they can to bring on that destruction. How often in our everyday struggles do we underestimate the power of the dark grapplers that ensnare us? How many times do we under-train for the onslaught that comes at us by the dark forces, and thus, succumb to their arrows of drugs, alcohol and other sins?
When we understand the power and strength of our enemy, we start to understand the necessity of spiritual training. A few minutes a day glancing over a dusty Bible or a hurried half muttered prayer will not strengthen us to fight the good fight. To gain true spiritual strength we must train daily, and train as if our lives depend on it!
GO:
1. How many times have you underestimated the powers and principalities of the dark world?
2. Have you asked God for strength? How has He responded to you?
3. If you feel that you are being beaten down beyond your capabilities, you should talk to a trusted pastor or Christian friend. God strengthens us, but we must do our part by seeking counsel, and by studying and praying.
WORKOUT:
Zechariah 4:6
Luke 1:37
Acts 1:8
James 4:7
ABOUT THE AUTHOR:
Roger Williams
Has God put a lesson on your heart? Share it with others! Go to www.FCAResources.com create an account and "submit your own FCA devo!"
Fellowship of Christian Athletes Daily Impact Play
What We Wrestle
Thursday, April 8th, 2010
READY:
“For our battle is not against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the authorities, against the world powers of this darkness, against the spiritual forces of evil in the heavens.”
-Ephesians 6:12
SET:
I love to watch wrestling. No, not the slam dunk, throw-em-across-the-ring brawls you see on television, but the true competition that takes place on mats across the country during the bleak winter months. Two contestants walk across the mat and, with a steely eyed stare, get ready to engage in a battle of strength and will. After three two-minute periods of power, strength and speed, one winner emerges with his or her hand raised by the referee. Often, the loser is defeated by a more qualified opponent, but once in awhile, a superior wrestler simply underestimates an opponent and that person’s abilities.
In the book of Ephesians, Paul says that we do not battle a physical enemy, but one that is powerful and of the dark world. These spiritual combatants want nothing more than to destroy us and they will do anything and everything they can to bring on that destruction. How often in our everyday struggles do we underestimate the power of the dark grapplers that ensnare us? How many times do we under-train for the onslaught that comes at us by the dark forces, and thus, succumb to their arrows of drugs, alcohol and other sins?
When we understand the power and strength of our enemy, we start to understand the necessity of spiritual training. A few minutes a day glancing over a dusty Bible or a hurried half muttered prayer will not strengthen us to fight the good fight. To gain true spiritual strength we must train daily, and train as if our lives depend on it!
GO:
1. How many times have you underestimated the powers and principalities of the dark world?
2. Have you asked God for strength? How has He responded to you?
3. If you feel that you are being beaten down beyond your capabilities, you should talk to a trusted pastor or Christian friend. God strengthens us, but we must do our part by seeking counsel, and by studying and praying.
WORKOUT:
Zechariah 4:6
Luke 1:37
Acts 1:8
James 4:7
ABOUT THE AUTHOR:
Roger Williams
Has God put a lesson on your heart? Share it with others! Go to www.FCAResources.com create an account and "submit your own FCA devo!"
Tuesday, April 6, 2010
UFC fighter Rich Franklin's blog
I get regular e-mails of former middle weight ultimate fighting champion Rich "Ace" Franklin's blog. It's good stuff! Right now he is taking some questions from fans. Here's a blog post that I received today.
BEING A CHRISTIAN
Brian Green asks: I was wondering more about your relationship with Jesus. Maybe trivial questions such as favorite book in the bible, favorite worship song, and something I think would be cool to know is what denomination you are a member of. Rich, you are a diamond in the rough, a devout Christian in a world of gambling, violence, alcohol etc... Shine on in the name of Jesus.
Rich's Answer: Many people have asked about my faith, and I am not trying to press anything on anyone...this is a slice of my life. My parents began going to and Independent Baptist Church when I was young, and I came to know Jesus at the age of 5. I attend a non-denominational church now, but the minister has roots in a Baptist church as well. There is much legalism in many religions and churches, and it is something I try to avoid. Christians often judge and do things according to tradition, and it turns many "could be" followers of Christ away. I am not perfect, and the public light causes heavy scrutiny on my every action at times. A reading I like to keep in mind is Romans Ch. 7 verses 15-25. Paul talks about his inward struggle with sin. Although he wants to do the right thing, he fails. I feel like I come up short often, and every Christian should. If you are a non-believer reading this, take a look at the verses..it's something to keep in mind the next time you run into a "holier than thou" person.
BEING A CHRISTIAN
Brian Green asks: I was wondering more about your relationship with Jesus. Maybe trivial questions such as favorite book in the bible, favorite worship song, and something I think would be cool to know is what denomination you are a member of. Rich, you are a diamond in the rough, a devout Christian in a world of gambling, violence, alcohol etc... Shine on in the name of Jesus.
Rich's Answer: Many people have asked about my faith, and I am not trying to press anything on anyone...this is a slice of my life. My parents began going to and Independent Baptist Church when I was young, and I came to know Jesus at the age of 5. I attend a non-denominational church now, but the minister has roots in a Baptist church as well. There is much legalism in many religions and churches, and it is something I try to avoid. Christians often judge and do things according to tradition, and it turns many "could be" followers of Christ away. I am not perfect, and the public light causes heavy scrutiny on my every action at times. A reading I like to keep in mind is Romans Ch. 7 verses 15-25. Paul talks about his inward struggle with sin. Although he wants to do the right thing, he fails. I feel like I come up short often, and every Christian should. If you are a non-believer reading this, take a look at the verses..it's something to keep in mind the next time you run into a "holier than thou" person.
Tuesday, February 9, 2010
faith of Drew Brees-Superbowl Champion quarterback
Check out www.fca.org to see Drew Brees introduce FCA camp, learn more about him, and watch him present devotional videos.
Wednesday, January 20, 2010
Some information on Nickelodeon game website
It's a good idea to check out what your children might be in danger of looking at.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IDpRJNfGiYw
I hope that is helpful.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IDpRJNfGiYw
I hope that is helpful.
Sunday, January 17, 2010
The correct name of our new addition
I am very excited about the M.A.C. opening later this month. To have such a great facility is a huge blessing. I want to take a moment to help everyone (at least everyone who is reading my blog) to understand something. For whatever reason many people have been calling our new addition which will be the primarily for our church's youth ministries- The M.A.C. Center. The addition will be a huge blessing, but to call it the M.A.C. Center would be very redundant because M.A.C. stands for multi activity center. To call the new addition the M.A.C. Center would be in essence calling it the Multi Activity Center Center. I hope that clears things up. Thanks for reading.
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