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Ron Edmondson : 7 Ways Parents Injure a Child -- Without Even Knowing It

Mon, 24 Feb 2014 17:13:06 +0000

Ron, Thank you for your post. I especially resonate with point #2 - Lack of Priorities. Even beyond the busyness and lack of time we give our children from time to time...or if we're painfully honest, more often than not...is also the importance of truly "seeing" them and acknowledging them. This past Sunday, i was in the midst of setting up at church and my son came, saw me, I gave him a quick high five and went about my business. Later I see him a little down trodden talking to my wife. I asked what was going on, and he looked up and said, "all you did was give me a high five and walk away." My son is 7, and in that moment, he definitely felt the task at hand, whatever that may be, was taking priority over him. To change that, I now try and lock eye to eye with him, with a big smile on my face and full hug each and every time. Thats all he needs, he wants to know his dad sees him, cares about him and wants him. He then runs away with a sense of renewed confidence that only I could give at that moment. Its not much different from what we receive form our heavenly Father when we spend time with him. Confidence, identity and security. Wish I didnt mess up so often! :) Great post.

Ron Edmondson : What to Do When You are Lonely in Leadership

Thu, 27 Jun 2013 20:20:21 +0000

I always find great tension between "finding good friends outside the church" vs, what feels like a more idealistic approach, and helping to create the healthy environment within the church. I understand both ides, and have often followed the advice of building my friendships outside the church. However, with that said, I still feel very inclined to follow and idealistic point of view and develop honest and transparent relationships within. Perhaps i haven't been "hurt" enough by a broken trust yet...but then again, I feel that those we serve are more than just our constituents and I more than someone who is "hired" for them. We are family and must learn to find comfort and connection within that family. It's a case of "both, and". Sorry, probably wrote too much, but that whole "you can't have friends within the church" has never sat well with me. :)

Ron Edmondson : 7 Things Pastor Tell Me Kept Them from Leading Well

Thu, 20 Jun 2013 03:48:14 +0000

Great list. Should frame these as a reminder to my whole team!

unbridledsubmission.com : Things I Like - StrengthFinder. Post your strengths

Mon, 22 Aug 2011 03:33:10 +0000

Brian, Just saw this. Missed it somehow. I'm glad you took the assessment. Did you agree with the outcome?

unbridledsubmission.com : The Bible & Me - People Actually See the Divine & Supernatural?

Thu, 28 Oct 2010 16:24:21 +0000

Donna, it is super exciting to realize that it is He that lives in us and empowers us. What an incredible journey and experience! :)

LeadingSmart : Meetings Schmeetings

Wed, 22 Sep 2010 21:49:53 +0000

Good Post - and good pointers on steps to include in your meetings. Especially the "stacking" and the "who, what, when" questions.

unbridledsubmission.com : The Bible & Me - Dreams & Interpretation

Wed, 22 Sep 2010 21:45:04 +0000

Was interesting, last night was listening to 630ched and they had a whole part of their show dedicated to licensed professionals who interpret dreams and the many common dreams we all share. Appreciate the comments Daniel. Check out the story and podcast here - http://www.630ched.com/Channels/Reg/TheInsideStor...

unbridledsubmission.com : Avatar, Jesus and my New Year's Resolution

Sat, 9 Jan 2010 16:57:23 +0000

Thanks for sharing Jenn. I completely agree that it is indeed very hard to see the positive when our human nature is often to focus on the negative. I trust your "confrontation" ended with grace. :)

unbridledsubmission.com : A girls four words that marked me forever. "Do you love me?"

Tue, 5 Jan 2010 15:25:46 +0000

Hi Becca. Sorry for the delay i was out of the country for the last little while and took a technology \\\"break\\\" :) I will email you regarding your question.

unbridledsubmission.com : An Interview With Malcolm Gladwell

Tue, 22 Dec 2009 17:56:54 +0000

I completely agree. His research and analysis is incredible. So many ways to apply his results to many areas of life.

unbridledsubmission.com : Prayer - The Examen of Consciousness Part 1

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 20:21:39 +0000

Thanks Denise. I thought that for those who do not have a consistent habit of praying that an incremental approach may be a great starting point. I appreciate your feedback!

ChurchCrunch : Cyclo.ps - Royalty Free Stock Photo Search Engine

Mon, 2 Nov 2009 15:50:31 +0000

Didn't know of that one Misha. Cool site. Thanks for sharing

Andy Darnell's Mindmap : Facebook Suicide : Redefining my Strategy

Mon, 2 Nov 2009 02:42:17 +0000

Bold move, I like it. :) Looking fwd to your renewed focus on the blog. I agree that the "noise" seems overwhelming at times. Great thoughts

Andy Darnell's Mindmap : Simple Church | Chapter 1

Mon, 5 Oct 2009 15:55:59 +0000

Great way to start off this "series". Definitely will be insightful and interesting to read. One question that I have wrestled with throughout this last year is "simply", "does less = simple?" ie can a highly programmed church still be simple? I think the immediate tendency is to start cutting, hacking, etc,etc. Personally my hunch is that less is more, but I don't think that less is necessarily the "solution" that many reach for and pursue as soon as they start reading this book. (I realize this can depend on what area of the church you are talking about, values, mission statements, vs programming, courses, etc) Anyways, just some initial thoughts and questions and our church is still very much in the process of figuring all that out. :) So many opinions on "simple", that its gotten complicated already, lol. :) Thanks for starting the conversation Andy!

Shooting the Breeze : The ministry of presence

Wed, 30 Sep 2009 23:51:40 +0000

Thanks for sharing this Kevin. Such a goodreminder. I often catch myself thinking that I'm "too busy" to eat and drink with people. Hard truth is that as Christians we often think "lord, put someone in my path to lead to Christ insome big emotional moment. Sure. No problem. Just hang out and be friends with people. Sorry, too busy." thanks again for the good reminder.

ChurchCrunch : Twitter Porn - How Do You Handle It?

Fri, 21 Aug 2009 14:47:37 +0000

Just tried this, super easy and quick, thanks

ChurchCrunch : Twitter Porn - How Do You Handle It?

Fri, 21 Aug 2009 14:37:53 +0000

this is a good site jonathan. I didnt know of this one yet. Thanks!

TimSchraeder.com : Manage Differently NOW

Thu, 6 Aug 2009 22:03:22 +0000

Anyone know of a program or software that would facilitate something similar to "ideastorm?" Thanks for the notes Tim.

Ragamuffin Soul : Dear Facebook Friends, Please Don't Hate My Twitter

Tue, 28 Jul 2009 19:35:53 +0000

Selective Twitter helps a ton. Just add #fb to the end of your tweet and it goes to fb. If not, it doesn't. http://www.facebook.com/apps/application.php?id=1... Great post though! Especially your reply

Human3rror : Simple Pastor Wordpress Theme

Sat, 18 Jul 2009 15:38:52 +0000

I love the minimalist look and feel. Since I'm not currently a wordpress guy I assume you can add other widgets as well?