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Recommendation entries August 28, 2008
10 Perfect Foods
Lately, an article appeared in our local paper about the "10 perfect foods". I'm intrigued by this, especially when it comes to trying to eat healthier, and watch what goes into my body. There's a... March 09, 2006
Invisible Children
A friend sent this to me. It looks really interesting and they're doing something about social justice in Uganda by inspiring people in the U.S. to get involved. Inisible Children is "focusing on education,... February 14, 2006
Touch Sensing
Ever seen the movie with Tom Cruise called Minority Report? Remember how he was using the computer in the movie by moving his hands around on a transparent screen? Check out this thing called touch... January 06, 2006
Generous Giving
Was given this URL from a friend. As far as I can tell, their mission is simply to promote the idea of giving! Looks like a cool organization, and I generally agree with their mission:... December 13, 2005
Food, Food Everywhere, Not a Crumb to Eat
I've realized in the last little while that we have been surrounded by toxin-saturated, processed food for so long, we've forgotten how bad it is. Practically every food in the grocery store contains toxins that... November 30, 2005
Support the Homeless Through Art
An artist friend of mine, Jessica Rivera, from Philadelphia has painted this portrait of a mother holding her child. The painting has been selected by Build a Bridge International as the cover artwork for their... August 29, 2005
Sermons from Babylon
I'm VERY proud to announce my brother's new podcast site, Sermons from Babylon. (To listen to it, follow the instructions on the "Subscribe" page. Hint: the podcast is in the RSS 2.0 link for audio.nathanhart.org.)... July 01, 2005
The Questioning Christian
The name of this blog intrigued me and the content did even more. I suppose I could have named my blog "the questioning christian" too. http://www.questioningchristian.com... June 23, 2005
Church Marketing Sucks
I've always thought it was indeed true that church marketing sucks. But I never imagined there was a site out there called that! Funny. Frustrate. Something's wrong with your church. Something's wrong with the Church.... May 01, 2005
Love and Respect
Do you ever wonder why it's so hard sometimes to communicate with your spouse? Have you ever been arguing with her and sort of get stuck, wondering how to move the argument on? My wife... April 10, 2005
The Gathering
I have friend who is working with his family to create a new gathering of people to be a community of believers. Some would call it a "church plant" but it has been more than... March 28, 2005
Christian Podcasting
What is Podcasting? Think of your iPod (or other portable audio player) as having a set of subscriptions that are checked regularly for updates. It's like subscribing to a newsletter with your email, but instead... December 27, 2004
Reverend Fun
This comic strip is done by a guy I know at Gospelcom. He makes a new comic every single day and posts it on ReverendFun.com. Crazy. Anyway, he takes ideas from others and I had... November 15, 2004
e~mergent kiwi
I found this website, e~mergent kiwi, today through another blog (mosaiclife.org). This guy is in New Zealand (pretty sure) and is doing some promising thinking on the "emergent" church. Looks like he's a pastor. I... November 04, 2004
Word on the Street
First off, nothing... but God. No light, no time, no substance, no matter. Second off, God says the word and WHAP! Stuff everywhere! --Genesis 1:1 Someone handed me a CD called "The Essential Word on... April 27, 2004
Barna Updates
I received an email in my inbox from the George Barna group. Many times I have been appreciative of the reports and statistics that they present as it relates to the Church in today's world.... April 21, 2004
How I Want to Live Life
Three friends on different occasions told me about a speaker they heard at Mars Hill and recommended I should listen to it. His name is Shane Claiborne and currently lives in north Philadelphia (where I... March 02, 2004
Thoughts about the Passion
When I saw this movie, I was excited. I had gone opening night with a few friends, family and church-goers. I wanted my ticket to be counted among the opening week numbers (which ended up... February 26, 2004
Jews and Christians are watching different films
"Early this past summer, Mel Gibson invited me to see "The Passion," his film on the trial and crucifixion of Jesus. The invitation was significant in that I was the first practicing Jew and active... February 10, 2004
The Passion of the Christ: original 'script'
This site does a good job of outlining the entire movie's script using scripture. It's a harmonized account from the four Gospels in chronological order (with links to BibleGateway). Want A Ticket? By the way,... January 30, 2004
Xian Artists Cover U2 Songs for Charity
I don't know why it never occured to me that this would be a cool idea, but several Christian artists have put together a cd of U2 covers called In the Name of Love. There... January 29, 2004
Many Links on "The Passion"
There are over 40 links on this Youth Specialties site related to the Passion of the Christ movie coming out Febrary 25, 2004. Here are a few highlights... Official "The Passion" Site Endorsed Outreach Resources... January 16, 2004
Comments on "The Passion" by Mel Gibson
You can look at photos, trailers, and send e-cards from the official site. Desktops will be available soon. Pass it on! Written by Deacon Keith A Fournier (Article) ****** I really did not know what... January 02, 2004
Who is Jesus?
When I went to Turkey and learned more about the New Testament times, I realized Jesus had to have lived because of the way those people lived their lives. Not that I didn't believe before,... December 12, 2003
Ralston's Long-awaited CD is Here
I have the priviledge of recommending an incredible new CD. Ralston, known around Grand Rapids as a local celebrity, has come out with a long-awaited CD and it is definitely worth the wait. Car Wreck... December 03, 2003
Saint Nicholas
It's that time of year again for us all to be thinking about Christmas. I'm not sure we have a choice... it's all around us. Something my wife and I decided to start was the... July 03, 2003
Enneagram
The other day, a co-churchgoer called me a "5." Huh? When I inquired as to what a "5" was, he told me about the Enneagram point system. What's that? Come to find out, it's a... June 25, 2003
Lexio Divina
A couple weeks ago I was introduced to a type of meditation and study of the Word when I attended a Bible study sort of accidentally at church. The woman in charge walked us through... June 16, 2003
Mosaic Life
I met someone this weekend that totally impressed me. He is the pastor of a new church in my area that is breaking new ground in the areas of anti-racism, and postmodernism. As far as... June 03, 2003
National Hunger Awareness Day
Let's make a difference in some people's lives today. Give free food right now by visiting the Hunger Site and clicking on the yellow banner.... April 23, 2003
At the Crossroads
I'm reading a book, At the Crossroads, by one of my favorite Christians (and Christian artists), Charlie Peacock. I regard him as a genious in music, and very wise in person. An interesting quote from... April 21, 2003
Mercy for Iraq
Help the refugees in Iraq. http://www.mercycorps.org/iraq/ "Mercy Corps is on the ground providing medical assistance, shelter and social care to over 300,000 displaced people in northern Iraq, supporting our partner Peace Winds Japan. Mercy Corps... April 18, 2003
Good Friday 2003
I feel terrible today. I'm in a bad mood because of things happening in my life. Honestly, I'm having a hard time remembering Christ on this very important day, good Friday. However, I know Jesus... March 26, 2003
e-vangelism
This looks like a cool site... kinda along the lines of what I do on my site. Obviously I think we're in the need of more of this type of thinking in the Christian community.... March 11, 2003
Dead Sea Scrolls
My wife and I had the awesome privelege of seeing the dead sea scrolls exhibit this past weekend (thanks mom and dad H. for the tickets!). I highly recommend seeing them if you are any... March 06, 2003
No Blogging for Lent
I found this very interesting. A fellow Christian blogger has decided to give up blogging for lent. I can relate to this as blogging, just like anything else, can become an obsession... something that you... January 27, 2003
Hymns on MTV
This is a neat article outlining a brief history of music in the church and how that translates (or becomes) to today's Christian music. The author uses the popular band Jars of Clay as a... January 08, 2003
Mediated Spirit
My brother showed me this site in response to my latest post on the future of the church. There a great overview of the media and our culture there. And, you can order a cd-rom... December 08, 2002
Nooma
"We can get anything we want, from anywhere in the world, whenever we want it. Any information, products, movies, music, TV, games, day or night, with a single click. That's just how it is. Still... December 05, 2002
Announcing Audrey Paige
What a beautiful thing new life is. Last night our family visited my cousin's family and their firstborn baby girl Audrey Paige. I was struck as I am every time I see a newborn how... November 15, 2002
Joy
Oh, the joys of those who do not follow the advice of the wicked, or stand around with sinners, or join in with scoffers. But they delight in doing everything the LORD wants; day... October 21, 2002
Scholar Claims Oldest Jesus Evidence
'That Jesus existed is not doubted by scholars, but what the world knows about him comes almost entirely from the New Testament. No physical artifact from the first century related to Jesus has been discovered... October 17, 2002
Who is Santa Claus?
I want to talk to you all about that site because it could change your world when it comes to things like Christmas. The site is about St. Nicholas and sheds some light into who... June 14, 2002
Martin Roth Online
This site is intriguing. I received a blog comment from Bene Diction inviting me to join his list of online Christian blogs. Here's a description from "About this Website:" For those in the West trying...
Fragile
I've heard this song by Ralston Bowles twice live. Each time it has surprised me with it's beauty. Hear it at SongRamp.com. For whatever you may think of me Any thoughts your mind allow I... June 07, 2002
TheOoze
I just discovered (thanks to the hint of a friend) a site called TheOoze. Looks great. The following is from their FAQ. <snip> What does THEOOZE believe? In terms of theological beliefs, we are choosing... June 03, 2002
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