Sunday, December 31, 2017

The Circumcision and Name of Christ

The Circumcision and Name of Christ
The Circumcision and Name of Christ Text: Luke 2:21 Rev. Christopher Hull Zion Lutheran Church, Tomball, TX
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Friday, December 29, 2017

The Holy Innocents

The Holy Innocents
The Holy Innocents Texts: Jeremiah 31:15–17; Revelation 14:1–5; Matthew 2:13–18 Rev. Christopher Hull Zion Lutheran Church, Tomball, TX
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St. John, Apostle and Evangelist

St. John, Apostle and Evangelist
St. John, Apostle and Evangelist Text: John 21:20-25 Rev. Michael Daniels Zion Lutheran Church, Tomball, TX
via YouTube https://youtu.be/wpltTSic_cM

Wednesday, December 27, 2017

Feast of St. Stephen

Feast of St. Stephen
Feast of St. Stephen (December 26, 2017) Texts: 2 Chronicles 24:17–22; Acts 6:8–7:2a, 51–60; Matthew 22:34–39 Seminarian Kendall Davis
via YouTube https://youtu.be/flBFQY5QT4M

Tuesday, December 26, 2017

The Nativity of Our Lord (Christmas Eve)

The Nativity of Our Lord (Christmas Eve)
The Nativity of Our Lord (Christmas Eve) Text: Luke 2:1-20 Rev. Michael Daniels
via YouTube https://youtu.be/BUEe-3IGzxo

Fourth Sunday of Advent

Fourth Sunday of Advent
Fourth Sunday of Advent Text: John 1:19-28 (29) Rev. Christopher Hull Zion Lutheran Church, Tomball, TX December 24, 2017
via YouTube https://youtu.be/tP9AyuaVvls

Tuesday, December 19, 2017

The Gifts Christ Freely Gives (LSB 602)

The Gifts Christ Freely Gives (LSB 602)
Rejoice in God’s gift of hymnody, taken from Higher Things (https://www.youtube.com/user/htdtbl) youth conference #Crucified2014. Join us for Higher Things Te Deum 2015 (http://TeDeum2015.org). Title: The Gifts Christ Freely Gives Author: Richard C. Resch, b. 1947 Scripture: Ephesians 1:3-7; 1 John 5:6-8 Tune: DENBY Composer: Charles J. Dale Copyright: © 2001 Richard C. Resch, Used by permission of the author. For more on Higher Things, visit http://higherthings.org. Media produced by Christopher R. Gillespie (http://dizzysound.net).
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Sunday, December 17, 2017

December Life Together News Digest with Pres. Harrison - International Edition

December Life Together News Digest with Pres. Harrison - International Edition
A very blessed Advent and soon Christmastide to all of our international friends! We look forward to closer ties with many new friends in Africa and other places around the world. We pray for you daily. Thank you all for your fidelity to Christ and the Lutheran Confessions. We've got a whole bunch of wonderful things to share with you this month: Christmas literature, articles about the Virgin Mary, a Liberian refugee turned pastor, and much more!
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Friday, December 15, 2017

Joe Satriani - Flying In a Blue Dream (from Satriani LIVE!)

Joe Satriani - Flying In a Blue Dream (from Satriani LIVE!)
Music video by Joe Satriani performing Flying In a Blue Dream. (C) 2006 SONY BMG MUSIC ENTERTAINMENT http://vevo.ly/xHvnXt
via YouTube https://youtu.be/zDfy67my2So

Ely Cathedral Choir(UK) - Lo he comes with clouds descending(hymn)

Ely Cathedral Choir(UK) - Lo he comes with clouds descending(hymn)
Charles Wesley(1707-1788). Rewritten from the original text by John Cennick ''Lo! He comes with clouds descending, Once for favoured sinners slain; Thousand thousand saints attending, Swell the triumph of His train: Hallelujah! Hallelujah! God appears on earth to reign Every eye shall now behold Him Robed in dreadful majesty; Those who set at naught and sold Him, Pierced and nailed Him to the tree, Deeply wailing, deeply wailing, Shall the true Messiah see. The dear tokens of His passion Still His dazzling body bears; Cause of endless exultation To His ransomed worshippers; With what rapture, with what rapture Gaze we on those glorious scars! Yea, amen; let all adore thee, High on thine eternal throne; Saviour, take the power and glory; Claim the kingdoms for thine own: Hallelujah! Hallelujah! Thou shalt reign, and thou alone.''
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Friday, December 8, 2017

Kodo - Spirit of Taiko

Kodo - Spirit of Taiko
In Japanese the word "Kodo" conveys two meanings: "heartbeat" the primal source of all rhythm and, read in a different way, the word can mean "children of the drum," a reflection of Kodo's desire to play their drums simply, with the heart of a child.
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So, you think bagpipes are boring?

So, you think bagpipes are boring?
Rock 'n roll bagpipes
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Thursday, December 7, 2017

Publish Your Portfolio

Publish Your Portfolio
A framework to help you overcome the barriers around sharing your creative work. Learn in Public: http://geni.us/SdNM9 Show notes for this video: http://geni.us/X97A6M My name is Doug Neill and I'm passionate about helping others reach their full creative potential. I teach a skill called sketchnoting (also known as visual note-taking and graphic recording), which for me is a gateway to doing better work. Check out the resources below for more info. ** Resources ** Getting Started with Sketchnoting (Free Download): http://geni.us/Wo6w An Introduction To Visual Note-Taking: http://geni.us/DFJw0 Sketchnoting In The Classroom: http://geni.us/0jlmV How To Make Sketchnote Videos: http://geni.us/uzXlBq Learn In Public: http://geni.us/SdNM9 The Verbal To Visual Community: http://geni.us/tyI2N8a **Our Website** http://ift.tt/1ltPZEe **Social** Facebook: http://geni.us/y12DR Instagram: http://geni.us/5z1bT7a Twitter: http://geni.us/KwC9yL
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Tuesday, December 5, 2017

2017 12 03 ASL Sermon Edited

2017 12 03 ASL Sermon Edited
December 3, 2017 The First Sunday in Advent Text: Matthew 21: 1-9 Rev. Christopher Hull Zion Lutheran Church, Tomball TX
via YouTube https://youtu.be/ycEdMYJWInc

Last Sunday of the Church Year

Last Sunday of the Church Year
Last Sunday of the Church Year November 26, 2017 Texts: Isaiah 65:17-25; 1 Thessalonians 5:1-11; Matthew 25:1-13 Rev. Michael Daniels
via YouTube https://youtu.be/mJo0BTbOBEo

Last Mid-Week of the Church Year

Last Mid-Week of the Church Year
Last Mid-Week of the Church Year Text: Ephesians 6:5-9 Rev. Michael Daniels Zion Lutheran Church, Tomball, TX
via YouTube https://youtu.be/-tSJE_HUmDk

Friday, November 24, 2017

Dave Horn - To God The Holy Spirit Let Us Pray

Dave Horn - To God The Holy Spirit Let Us Pray
A Hymn by Martin Luther - my favorite hymn
via YouTube https://youtu.be/ZK8l2jKOCd8

Thursday, November 23, 2017

Thanksgiving Eve

Thanksgiving Eve
Thanksgiving Eve November 22, 2017 Texts: Deuteronomy 8:1-10; 1 Timothy 2:1-4; Luke 17:11-19 Rev. Christopher Hull
via YouTube https://youtu.be/I6W7ndxBar0

Tuesday, November 21, 2017

The Second Last Sunday of the Church Year

The Second Last Sunday of the Church Year
The Second Last Sunday of the Church Year Texts: Matthew 25:31-46 2 Peter 3:3-14 Daniel 7:9-14 Rev. Christopher Hull Zion Lutheran Church, Tomball, TX
via YouTube https://youtu.be/9N1tgL1b2qQ

Thursday, November 9, 2017

Free Scrivener Tutorial: How To Use Binder Colors in Scrivener to Track Your Progress

Free Scrivener Tutorial: How To Use Binder Colors in Scrivener to Track Your Progress
Free Scrivener Tutorial: How To Use Binder Colors in Scrivener to Track Your Progress Today I'm going to show you how to use a combination of custom Labels and Binder Colors to show you how you can track how much progress you've made on completing your novel. This is very useful as it will give you a quick visual representation of your progress so that you know exactly how much work you've been doing, and how much work you still have to go! First we'll need to open our Meta Data Settings by hitting Command+Option+Comma. Click on the Labels panel and then setup your custom labels. Feel free to use the same Labels I use (Outlined, First Draft, Revised Draft, Proofread, Final Draft, Has Issues, and To Be Removed), or come up with label names to better suit your own process. Once you've arranged your custom labels, go ahead and assign each of them their own, unique, color by double clicking the color icon to the left of each of them. You'll soon see why these colors are important--and don't worry, you'll be able to go back and change them whenever you want! Now that we have the custom labels and colors created, there's only one more step we need to take. Click on View, scroll down to Use Label Color In... And then click "Binder". You can also click "Index Cards" to make the coloring appear when you're looking at the cork board view of your novel. That's it! Now when you set the label for each of your documents, the appropriate color will appear in the Binder to the left. ---------------------------------------------------------------------- Thanks for watching our free Author Strong Tutorials! If you enjoyed this video be sure to subscribe to our channel to continue receiving free tutorial videos covering all topics related to publishing your books! Be sure to check out our website where we will continue releasing new tutorials and articles related to all things writing and publishing. ---------------------------------------------------------------------- Website: http://authorstrong.com Facebook: http://ift.tt/2cNfzaT Google+: http://ift.tt/2d0B8Ip
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21st Mid-Week of Trinity (November 8, 2017)

21st Mid-Week of Trinity (November 8, 2017)
21st Mid-Week of Trinity November 8, 2017 Text: 1 Peter 3:5-7 Rev. Michael Daniels
via YouTube https://youtu.be/2I9eBcID-3I

Thursday, November 2, 2017

All Saints' Day

All Saints' Day
All Saints' Day Texts: Revelation 2-17 1 John 3:1-3 Matthew 5:1-12 Rev. Michael Daniels Zion Lutheran Church, Tomball, TX
via YouTube https://youtu.be/56mqvb-A48U

Wednesday, November 1, 2017

Reformation Day - October 31, 2017

Reformation Day - October 31, 2017
Reformation Day Text: John 8:31-36 Rev. Michael Daniels Zion Lutheran Church, Tomball, TX
via YouTube https://youtu.be/B3rCea1IbP8

Thursday, October 26, 2017

Bach, Toccata and Fugue in D minor, organ

Bach, Toccata and Fugue in D minor, organ
Bach's most famous organ piece, with a bar-graph score. FAQ Q: I appreciate the work you're doing; how can I support it? A: Thank you! The easiest way to support my work is by contributing via Patreon: http://ift.tt/1RnV92D If you'd like to help in more specific way, consider this: http://ift.tt/1XRUgXz Q: Where can I get free sheet music for this piece? A: Sheet music for this can be found here: http://ift.tt/1Jf0Ehl Q: Who wrote Bach's Toccata and Fugue in D Minor? Q: Isn't that like asking who's buried in Grant's Tomb? A: Heh-heh. A theory has recently (1981) been put forth that J. S. Bach did not write this piece. A brief summary of the supporting evidence for this theory can be read here: http://ift.tt/1U27VLD Q: Where can I get the mp3 of this? A: You can download it here: http://ift.tt/1Jf0Exz Q: What does the piece look like as a whole? A: There are versions you can print out here http://ift.tt/1U27VLE The 'scroll' version is for cutting out and taping together to form a long strip. Q: Where can I get the MIDI file that this was made from? A: I'm not sure it's exactly the same, but the closest I could find was this: http://ift.tt/1Jf0CpB Q: How did you make this video? A: You can read about it here: http://ift.tt/1pUaAby Q: What is the BWV number for this? A: BWV 565 Q: Where does the toccata end and the fugue begin? A: The fugue starts at 2:51 and the toccata returns at 7:12, but between these two points, parts which are strictly fugal alternate with episodes that are more toccata-like, so it's not 100% clear-cut (like in some other toccata/fugue pairs he wrote). Q: What do the colors mean? A: Each "stop" on the organ was played on a separate MIDI channel, and each MIDI channel was assigned a color. Q: What is a fugue? A: Here is a good introduction: http://ift.tt/1uZoo34 Q: Can I get a DVD with this video (or others like it)? A: Yes: http://ift.tt/1U27T6x Q: Could you please do a video of _________? A: See: http://ift.tt/1489XvU Q: Where can I read more about this piece? A: Here are a couple of places: http://ift.tt/1U27VLG http://ift.tt/1U27T6z Q: Why does this piece of music remind me of horror movies? A: Because it was used in the 1962 version of The Phantom of the Opera. Before that, it did not have that connotation. When Walt Disney and Leopold Stokowski used it in the 1940 film Fantasia, they considered it to be a purely abstract piece --- "absolute music" --- which brought to mind expressionistic forms and lines.
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19th Mid-Week of Trinity (October 25, 2017)

19th Mid-Week of Trinity (October 25, 2017)
19th Trinity Mid-Week October 25, 2017 Text: Romans 13:1-7 Rev. Christopher Hull
via YouTube https://youtu.be/RmEXTBiN0RM

Tuesday, October 24, 2017

Nineteenth Sunday After Trinity (October 22, 2017)

Nineteenth Sunday After Trinity (October 22, 2017)
Nineteenth Sunday After Trinity (October 22, 2017) Text: Matthew 18: 21-35 Rev. Michael Daniels
via YouTube https://youtu.be/MngxIVkXbqY

Thursday, October 19, 2017

18th Mid-Week of Trinity, St. Luke the Evangelist

18th Mid-Week of Trinity, St. Luke the Evangelist
18th Mid-Week of Trinity, St. Luke the Evangelist Text: Luke 10:1-24 Rev. Christopher Hull Zion Lutheran Church, Tomball, TX
via YouTube https://youtu.be/MfPQuJjr3Ak

Parsing John Ch. 1 Pt. 1 Verses 1-2 (Koine Greek Pt. 1)

Parsing John Ch. 1 Pt. 1 Verses 1-2 (Koine Greek Pt. 1)
This is Part 1 of John Chapter 1, Verses 1-2, the Greek edition. The next video will cover the same passage in the Vulgate. This video is for current and former Greek students who have, like me, let their skills wane and or for those who want to take a closer look at biblical passages. We will be slowely working through John Chapter 1 in the Koine Greek by parsing each of the words and putting together a very rough translation. I pulled the text from Perseus Project and checked it against my personal copy of the New Testament.
via YouTube https://youtu.be/sXGo8iRjQHs

Monday, October 16, 2017

October Life Together News Digest with Pres. Harrison

October Life Together News Digest with Pres. Harrison
A blessed 500th anniversary of the Reformation to all of you! We have a wealth of videos and articles at http://ift.tt/2x0Jm8Y for you to enjoy and learn about this seminal event in time. We also have a brand new outreach and evangelism resource as well as new resources on the Small Catechism and the topic of the Lord's Supper. In conclusion, Pastor Harrison shares comforting thoughts and comments on the disasters that have befallen many in these last months. The Lord bless you in these dark days. He is our light! Subscribe to the Digest here: http://ift.tt/2mbbYuJ Read past issues here: http://ift.tt/2qz4L8u
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18th Sunday after Trinity

18th Sunday after Trinity
18th Sunday after Trinity Text: John 4:46-54 Rev. Christopher Hull Zion Lutheran Church, Tomball, TX
via YouTube https://youtu.be/2oeaAx4ZF6g

17th Trinity Mid-Week (October 11, 2017)

17th Trinity Mid-Week (October 11, 2017)
17th Trinity Mid-Week Text: Hebrews 13:17 Rev. Christopher Hull
via YouTube https://youtu.be/NrL9CTcKZYA

Monday, October 9, 2017

17th Sunday after Trinity

17th Sunday after Trinity
17th Sunday after Trinity Text: Matthew 21:33-44 Rev. Christopher Hull Zion Lutheran Church, Tomball, TX
via YouTube https://youtu.be/bISP-2Dv25g

Thursday, October 5, 2017

Michaelmas Mid-Week

Michaelmas Mid-Week
Michaelmas Mid-Week (October 4, 2017) Text: 1 Timothy 3:2-4, Titus 1:6 Rev. Christopher Hull
via YouTube https://youtu.be/2kMqXopo1Pc

Saturday, September 23, 2017

Remote Service by Numotion

Remote Service by Numotion
Introducing Remote Service by Numotion. Via a secure phone app, we can now diagnose many issues right over the phone.
via YouTube https://youtu.be/cLotxQJ9XqU

Thursday, September 21, 2017

Deniable an awesomely fun RPG from Storyweaver Games

Deniable an awesomely fun RPG from Storyweaver Games
Deniable is a great dice light table top RPG from Storyweaver Games. Joe and Stewart have an awesome game here and they are letting everyone beta test it for free! Get your copy at http://ift.tt/1jNYauk Please follow LLU: Facebook: @LetsLevelUpDotNet Twitter: @LetsLevelUp Tell your friends and leave a comment! Thanks!
via YouTube https://youtu.be/KR5lIFfKBcU

Mind Controlled Robot | How to make robot at home

Mind Controlled Robot | How to make robot at home

via YouTube https://youtu.be/bz1BF9yEXXI

P300 Speller Brain-Computer Interface: Happy Fathers Day

P300 Speller Brain-Computer Interface: Happy Fathers Day
Typing with my thoughts: demonstration of the P300 Speller with BCI2000.
via YouTube https://youtu.be/DPSHXrgjPBM

Wednesday, September 20, 2017

"In the Shattered Bliss of Eden" LSB 572 - Here I Stand 2017 @ Valparaiso, Indiana

"In the Shattered Bliss of Eden" LSB 572 - Here I Stand 2017 @ Valparaiso, Indiana
Conference Hymn for Sanctified 2018 (http://ift.tt/2xfVjus) Text © 2002 Stephen P. Starke, administered Concordia Publishing House. Used by permission. Setting by Kevin Hildebrand © 2003 Concordia Publishing House. Used by permission. ( http://ift.tt/2xi8OHU) 1 In the shattered bliss of Eden Dawned the day of sacrifice,As our primal parents shuddered— Sin had caused this dreadful price!Faith embarked with this discernment: Only God can cover sin,As He took their leafy garments And He clothed their shame with skin. 2 Days and months and years unfolding Clearly showed what sin had wrought:Fallen Adam’s children learning Lessons fallen parents taught.All these sacrificial off’rings Crested as a crimson flood:Patriarchs and priests atoning For their sins with cleansing blood. 3 What these sacrifices promised From a God who sought to bless,Came at last—a second Adam— Priest and King of Righteousness:Son of God, incarnate Savior, Son of Man, both Christ and Lord,Who in naked shame would offer On the cross His blood outpoured. 4 Lamb of God, once slain for sinners, Host, who spreads this meal divine,Here You pledge our sins are covered, Pledge received in bread and wine:“Take and eat; this is My body, Given on the cross for you.Take and drink; this cup of blessing Is My blood poured out for you.” 5 Taste and see the bliss of heaven Known by saints around the throne,Where the Lamb, in closest union, Lives to love and feed His own.From His riven side forever Flows the purest stream of love,Love that robes us with the raiment Worn by all who feast above. 6 Gone the bliss of Eden’s garden, Gone the age of sacrifice;Ours the time of grace and favor, Ours the call to paradise!Ever, Lord, impress upon us: Only You can cover sin—Take our worthless, self-made garments; Clothe our shame and cleanse within. ------- Support Higher Things! Higher Things exists and grows based on donations from individuals and congregations. Please consider donating to Higher Things at http://ift.tt/1RMLU0d. Your gift helps us to continue to release great content like this.
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Tuesday, September 19, 2017

Tuesday with Luther - September 19, 2017

Tuesday with Luther - September 19, 2017
Tuesday with Luther "The Small Catechism" Pastor Chris Hull September 19, 2017
via YouTube https://youtu.be/T1owRktftLM

Monday, September 18, 2017

Reconciling Creation and Evolution

Reconciling Creation and Evolution
Dr. Paul Edmon presenting a talk about reconciling science and creation with our congregation on August 20, 2017. Dr. Edmon's views are NOT shared on behalf of Harvard University.
via YouTube https://youtu.be/0Q7HMeqaIEk

Sunday, September 17, 2017

Taurus Judge 410 / 45 Colt Hand Cannon!

Taurus Judge 410 / 45 Colt Hand Cannon!
Fun Gun Reviews Presents: The Taurus Judge is celebrating it's 10th year. Being very versatile with .410 Shot Shells, 45 Colt and with the 5 rd Moon Clips, 45 ACP. It's great for Self defense or on the trail. Taurus Website: http://ift.tt/17b0JFj Jackson Leather Works: http://ift.tt/1eaF56H Rubber Dummies Targets: http://ift.tt/239LSaB Hit the Like Button & Subscribe for more Fun Gun Reviews. Thanks for watching~ Sootch00 Instagram: Sootch_00 FaceBook: http://ift.tt/1zJ7P14 Music is from Jingle Punks Royalty Free Music through the Fullscreen Network. Used with permission.
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Friday, September 15, 2017

September Life Together News Digest with Pres. Harrison

September Life Together News Digest with Pres. Harrison
This month’s Life Together News Digest focuses on the Synod’s initial response to Hurricane Irma and the sustained response to Harvey. President Harrison discusses urgent hurricane relief as well as long-term response. Additionally, the September Digest highlights the Lutheran Hope Center in Ferguson, Mo., domestic missionaries and provides information on the upcoming LCMS international disaster response conference. Read past Digests: http://ift.tt/2mbbYuJ Subscribe here: http://ift.tt/2qz4L8u
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Monday, September 11, 2017

Mid-Week Service (September 6, 2017)

Mid-Week Service (September 6, 2017)
Mid-Week Service (September 6, 2017) Text: Sacrament of the Altar (Luther's Small Catechism) Rev. Michael Daniels
via YouTube https://youtu.be/HhoOwpDMmq0

Tuesday, September 5, 2017

Inside the Body of King Henry VIII - Full Tudor Documentary

Inside the Body of King Henry VIII - Full Tudor Documentary
Take a journey inside the body of England's most notorious monarch: Henry VIII. A team of medical experts, biographers, and historians investigate what caused the great physical and mental changes in the king. Experts delve deeper into his lifestyle and adult injuries to better understand this powerful king's body.
via YouTube https://youtu.be/bhwnw_q_hlE

Monday, September 4, 2017

Twelfth Sunday After Trinity

Twelfth Sunday After Trinity
Twelfth Sunday After Trinity (September 3, 2017) Test: Mark 7:31-37 Rev. Christopher Hull
via YouTube https://youtu.be/98LRRz-YZRQ

Feast of St. Bartholomew

Feast of St. Bartholomew
Feast of St. Bartholomew (August 24, 2017) Text: John 1:43-51 Rev. Michael Daniels
via YouTube https://youtu.be/l4apLBurC9o

Texas pastors and Lutherans from across the state rally to aid Harvey victims.

Texas pastors and Lutherans from across the state rally to aid Harvey victims.
As the havoc wreaked by Hurricane Harvey becomes more apparent, LCMS Texas District pastors and volunteers from across the state band together with affected residents to begin rebuilding and recovery efforts in the wake of the storm’s devastating destruction. This includes providing pastoral care and encouragement for victims who have lost their homes and all their personal belongings.
via YouTube https://youtu.be/757UAG4No6M

Friday, September 1, 2017

LCMS Disaster Response Update - September 1, 2017

LCMS Disaster Response Update - September 1, 2017
Update from the LCMS Disaster Response assessment team.
via YouTube https://youtu.be/04wIyBpNHTo

Thursday, August 24, 2017

Campaign Cartographer 3+ introduction and Mike Schley style speed map.

Campaign Cartographer 3+ introduction and Mike Schley style speed map.
An introduction to Campaign Cartographer 3+ and my new channel, where I will be teaching people how to use Campaign Cartographer 3+ and all of its extra's I will also be building maps of many different kinds and talking about the thought process behind them. If you have ever wondered about Campaign Cartographer 3+ and what kind of maps can be made with it, then this video will show you. Every map in it was made with Campaign Cartographer.
via YouTube https://youtu.be/DwMbuqTYlic

TAURUS "THE JUDGE" REVIEW

TAURUS "THE JUDGE" REVIEW
Taurus "JUDGE" Review "The Peacemaker"
via YouTube https://youtu.be/6M5_3vF8dqk

Sunday, August 20, 2017

Growing Up Italian - All Italians To See

Growing Up Italian - All Italians To See

via YouTube https://youtu.be/XKITsQ7NQVw

Tenth Sunday After Trinity

Tenth Sunday After Trinity
Tenth Sunday After Trinity (August 20, 2017) Text: Luke 19: 41-48 Rev. Christopher Hull
via YouTube https://youtu.be/kILmKzrqB1Q

Thursday, August 10, 2017

Every One His WitnessTM Promo Video

Every One His WitnessTM Promo Video
Witnessing. What’s it all about? The Every One His Witness Lutheran evangelism program puts sound doctrine into practical action for sharing the faith with people in our everyday lives. Participants learn: What is witnessing? Why do we witness? And the “how-to” of witnessing using the LASSIE approach, LISTEN-ASK-SEEK-SHARE-INVITE-ENCOURAGE. Watch this video to learn more.
via YouTube https://youtu.be/j2TkJemnLbE

Friday, August 4, 2017

Welcome back to Wintergatan Wednesdays (and Mondays!)

Welcome back to Wintergatan Wednesdays (and Mondays!)
You can download the background audio track for free here: http://ift.tt/2vsXuL4 We are relaunching the Wintergatan Wednesdays with a three step masterplan, Step one is to build the Marble Machine X, Step Two is to record and release the Wintergatan double album and step three is to go on a world tour with Wintergatan Featuring Marble Machine X on stage. So every wednesday when we are problem solving one small problem at the time we are doing it because we are working towards that ultimate goal, a world tour with Wintergatan Featuring Marble Machine X on stage. The first episode will be up on August 9th. We are also introducing a completely new video series: Music Machine Mondays. This series is an attempt to share the wonders of the Speelklok Museum with you. Speelklok is a mechanical music instrument museum in Utrecht, The Netherlands. We have filmed my favourite instruments from the museums collection and on every monday we feature a different mechanical masterpiece. The first Episode will be up on august 7th. So from now on we will upload new videos every Monday and Wednesday at: Mexico City - 9 am London - 3 pm Berlin - 16.00 New York - 10 am Tokyo - 11 pm Jakarta - 9 pm Vargön - 16.00 Enjoy! Martin ------------------ Video Made by Martin Molin & Hannes Knutsson I made a Plywood Playbutton to celebrate 100 subs for Hannes Youtube channel TRAINERDS, check it out: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BpQBos0uBVU&t=2s SUBSCRIBE TO WINTERGATAN https://www.youtube.com/user/wintergatan2000 WINTERGATAN MUSIC - DIGITAL DOWNLOAD http://ift.tt/29hHoZ1 WINTERGATAN MUSIC - PHYSICAL RECORDS http://ift.tt/298bhXW LISTEN TO WINTERGATAN ON SPOTIFY http://bit.ly/2oKxXWd LISTEN TO WINTERGATAN ON ITUNES http://apple.co/2ntWNsZ WEBSITE http://ift.tt/1pe4oWV
via YouTube https://youtu.be/CNqktpl5syk

7th Trinity Mid-Week

7th Trinity Mid-Week
7th Trinity Mid-Week August 2, 2017 Text: John 21:15-19 Rev. Christopher Hull
via YouTube https://youtu.be/xMGWtBCnMLM

Monday, July 31, 2017

League of Confessors - Video 3

League of Confessors - Video 3
This game breaks down the complete setup for a game of six players. http://ift.tt/2vmO1EW In Time For Reformation 2017
via YouTube https://youtu.be/ziJLN34_PVs

League of Confessors - Video 2

League of Confessors - Video 2
This video explains how you win the game by gaining 7 Conquest Points (CP's). http://ift.tt/2vmO1EW In Time For Reformation 2017
via YouTube https://youtu.be/7o-nbjK7qqw

Monday, July 24, 2017

6th Sunday after Trinity

6th Sunday after Trinity
6th Sunday after Trinity Texts: Matthew 5:17-26, Romans 6 1-11, Exodus 20:1-17 Rev. Christopher Hull Zion Lutheran Church, Tomball, TX
via YouTube https://youtu.be/fATT8O7Q760

Friday, June 30, 2017

The Second Sunday After Trinity Sermon - ASL - June 25, 2017

The Second Sunday After Trinity Sermon - ASL - June 25, 2017
June 25, 2017 The Second Sunday After Trinity Sermon with ASL Text: Luke 14: 15-24 Rev. Michael Daniels Zion Lutheran Church, Tomball, TX
via YouTube https://youtu.be/3ZNvnToJrh0

Sunday, June 25, 2017

How to Outline Your Novel Part 4: Structuring Your Scene

How to Outline Your Novel Part 4: Structuring Your Scene
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How to Outline Your Novel Part 2: Plot & Character Arcs

How to Outline Your Novel Part 2: Plot & Character Arcs
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How to Outline Your Novel Part 1: Brainstorm Your Premise

How to Outline Your Novel Part 1: Brainstorm Your Premise
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We're All In This Together 6 25 17

We're All In This Together 6 25 17

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Wednesday, June 21, 2017

Budget Adaptive ep.5 - Technology Teardown: Ablenet String Switch

Budget Adaptive ep.5 - Technology Teardown: Ablenet String Switch
Today we learn about how simple a string switch is. We tear it down and find out the parts to make our own. Here's links to the parts: Enclosure: http://ift.tt/2sCUIP4 Switch: http://ift.tt/2rTs3YG Cable: http://ift.tt/2sCRJWN
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Budget Adaptive ep.3 - Technology Teardown: Ablenet Switch Review And DIY Solution

Budget Adaptive ep.3 - Technology Teardown: Ablenet Switch Review And DIY Solution
Today we teardown the Ablenet Jelly Bean Twist to see whats inside, and how to modify another button to work with a switch interface. Links to the products mentioned: http://ift.tt/2rTiede http://ift.tt/2sCzrER http://ift.tt/2rTzHCl Each audio cable will be enough for two switches.
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Budget Adaptive ep.1 - Adaptive Technology Is Unfairly Expensive

Budget Adaptive ep.1 - Adaptive Technology Is Unfairly Expensive
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Pentecost - louder audio

Pentecost - louder audio
Pentecost Text: John 14:23-31 Rev. Christopher Hull Zion Lutheran Church, Tomball
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Thursday, June 1, 2017

Tuesday With Luther -- May 30, 2017

Tuesday With Luther -- May 30, 2017
Tuesday With Luther Pentecost Pastor Chris Hull May 30, 2017
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Thursday, May 25, 2017

Review: How to be Remarkable

How to be Remarkable How to be Remarkable by Colin Wright
My rating: 2 of 5 stars

It was not bad, I think I was expecting something different. It had wonderful snippets from successful people. I enjoyed them, but I don't really know how this will make me remarkable.

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Review: A Simple Way to Pray

A Simple Way to Pray A Simple Way to Pray by Martin Luther
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This short book was well worth my time.

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Pastor Hull and Sheila were right!

Back when I was in school, one of the tools I "had to" learn to use was CPH's Treasury of Daily Prayer. It was a busy semester and this wonderful book really required more thought and attention then I gave it. I always intended to go back and work my way through it again.

Surprise, surprise! I didn't go back.

About six months or a year ago, Pastor Hull mentioned to our Bible class how rich a blessing this book has been in his life. Sheila was listening, and ordered her copy from Amazon. Nearly every day since, she spends a good part of the day telling me what an encouragement this TREASURY really is!

You get a Psalm to read. You get an Old Testament reading. You get a New Testament reading. You get quotes from an old dead guy. Most of all, you get to focus on what Christ has done and continues to do in the lives of HIS people.

I worked with this book a while today. It can be a little bit complicated with all the markers, but… I love this book.

Mid-Week Service -- May 24, 2017

Mid-Week Service -- May 24, 2017
Mid-Week Service -- May 24, 2017 Text: John 3:1-21 The Sacrament of Holy Baptism Rev. Christopher Hull Zion Lutheran Church, Tomball, TX
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Monday, May 22, 2017

Mid-Week Service -- May 17, 2017

Mid-Week Service -- May 17, 2017
Mid-Week Service -- May 17, 2017 Text: Matthew 3:13-17 The Sacrament of Holy Baptism Rev. Christopher Hull Zion Lutheran Church, Tomball, TX
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Thursday, May 18, 2017

May Life Together News Digest with Pres. Harrison

May Life Together News Digest with Pres. Harrison
Blessed Eastertide to all. Christ is risen, he is risen indeed! LCMS volunteers have been working hard to help with flood relief. Decades of mission work is bearing fruit in Togo. We've got articles on baptism, marriage and much more in the Digest this month. Read the current and past issues here: http://ift.tt/2mbbYuJ Subscribe to the Digest here: http://ift.tt/2qz4L8u
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Sunday, May 14, 2017

dressing edwardian lady1

dressing edwardian lady1
Ever wondered what is underneath all that silk and lace of a Gibson Girl dress? well, wonder no more, all the secrets are out:-) going through all the layers a fashionable 1903 lady would wear.... enjoy! http://ift.tt/2pA1FlA
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Fifth Sunday of Easter Service - May 14, 2017

Fifth Sunday of Easter Service - May 14, 2017
May 14, 2017 The Fifth Sunday of Easter Text: John 16: 5-15 Rev. Christopher Hull Zion Lutheran Church, Tomball, TX
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Thursday, May 11, 2017

Review: A Little Book on Joy: The Secret of LIVING A GOOD NEWS LIFE in a Bad News World

A Little Book on Joy: The Secret of LIVING A GOOD NEWS LIFE in a Bad News World A Little Book on Joy: The Secret of LIVING A GOOD NEWS LIFE in a Bad News World by Matthew C. Harrison
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I'm delighted that I took the time to work through this devotional book. It consistently points to Christ, His Word and Work, and how those affect/infect our lives with joy in spite of the misery and chaos that also shows up in our lives.

PLEASE remind me to read this again early next year! I want to finish the main portion of the book before Ash Wednesday so that I can "do" that portion, "90 Days of Joy."

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Monday, May 8, 2017

Christ is the World's Redeemer | LSB 539

Christ is the World's Redeemer | LSB 539
The prelude for hymn 539 in Lutheran Service Book comes from Concordia Hymn Prelude Series, Vol. 33. Organist is Mark Peters.
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Wednesday, May 3, 2017

St. Philip and St. James, Apostles

St. Philip and St. James, Apostles
St. Philip and St. James, Apostles Text: John 14:1-14 Rev. Christopher Hull Zion Lutheran Church, Tomball, TX
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Sunday, April 30, 2017

Tuesday With Luther - Good Shepherd Sunday

Tuesday With Luther - Good Shepherd Sunday
Tuesday With Luther - Good Shepherd Sunday Rev. Christopher Hull Zion Lutheran Church
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Third Sunday of Easter

Third Sunday of Easter
Third Sunday of Easter Text: John10:11-16 Rev. Christopher Hull
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Thursday, April 27, 2017

Mid-Week Service - April 26, 2017

Mid-Week Service - April 26, 2017
Mid-Week Service - April 26, 2017 Text: Genesis 3:1-19, Sixth Petition of the Lord's Prayer Rev. Michael Daniels Zion Lutheran Church, Tomball, TX
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Tuesday, April 25, 2017

Second Sunday of Easter (Quasimodo Geniti)

Second Sunday of Easter (Quasimodo Geniti)
Second Sunday of Easter (Quasimodo Geniti) Text: John 20:19-31 Rev. Michael Daniels
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Thursday, April 20, 2017

Review: Praying the Gospels with Martin Luther: Finding Freedom in Love

Praying the Gospels with Martin Luther: Finding Freedom in Love Praying the Gospels with Martin Luther: Finding Freedom in Love by Paul W. Meier
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

I am not entirely clear about how much I like the book, and I am not entirely clear whether the problem lies with me or with the book. I like the idea of praying the Gospels back to the God Who gave them to us. I enjoy reading snippets of Martin Luther sermons. Maybe I just prefer the "non-interpreted" and original text of the sermons within context. At any rate, these felt a bit "dumbed-down" to me. About halfway through, I decided to set it aside for now and try again from the beginning another time.

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Sunday, April 16, 2017

Easter Sunday - The Resurrection of Our Lord (with ASL)

Easter Sunday - The Resurrection of Our Lord (with ASL)
Easter Sunday - The Resurrection of Our Lord (with ASL) Text: Mark 16:1-8 Rev. Christopher Hull Zion Lutheran Church, Tomball, TX
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Easter Sunday - The Resurrection of Our Lord

Easter Sunday - The Resurrection of Our Lord
Easter Sunday - The Resurrection of Our Lord Text: Mark 16:1-8 Rev. Christopher Hull Zion Lutheran Church, Tomball, TX
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Holy Saturday (Easter Vigil)

Holy Saturday (Easter Vigil)
Holy Saturday (Easter Vigil) Text: Mark 16:1-8 Rev. Michael Daniels
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Good Friday

Good Friday
Good Friday Text: John 18:1-19:42 Rev. Michael Daniels
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Tuesday, April 11, 2017

Just Glue Some Gears On It (And Call It Steampunk)

Just Glue Some Gears On It (And Call It Steampunk)
Inspired by the category "Things That Are Not Steampunk" on Regretsy (http://www.regretsy.com), and (of course) those peerless purveyors of Euterpean epopee, Professor Elemental and Mr B, the Gentleman Rhymer. The tintypes and photographs used throughout the video are from the collection of Greene Connections (http://ift.tt/1PZl6Y6), used with permission. Lyrics are available by enabling the "English - Lyrics" track on the video closed captioning or interactive transcript controls. Due to a number of requests, the MP3 (with higher quality audio) is now available at iTunes, Amazon MP3 and the Android Market.
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Sunday of the Passion (Palmarum)

Sunday of the Passion (Palmarum)
Sunday of the Passion (Palmarum) Text: Matthew 27:11-54 Rev. Michael Daniels
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Sunday, April 9, 2017

In Service to our Lord - Deaconess Ministry Overview - English

In Service to our Lord - Deaconess Ministry Overview - English
LCMS deaconesses are women who are full-time professional church-workers, trained to share the Gospel of Jesus Christ through works of mercy, spiritual care, and teaching the Christian faith. "Deaconess," from the Greek word diakonos, means "servant."
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Thursday, April 6, 2017

Are Your Easter Plans Set?

 

 

Looking ahead to next week. If you do not church home or your own church is missing out on some of the best parts of the celebration, feel free to consider visiting at Zion in Tomball

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Saturday, March 25, 2017

I Bind Unto Myself Today

I Bind Unto Myself Today
Worldview Everlasting takes on a question about the Trinity and then some. Seriously, though, if I get death threats over this one, whoever asked it is totally on the line for it. It's amazing that I'm actually scared by this, but that's the world we live in. Gnarly. Fight for the faith, yo. A tad late, but better than never: Large LIzard Slaying Infant! http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1oHWvFrpocY Join the Lutheran Ninja Clan - http://ift.tt/2n3J8Zm Want more Worldview Everlasting? Ask a question at: http://ift.tt/1fBSepW Join the conversation: http://ift.tt/1BJKw3I Order BROKEN by Jonathan Fisk: http://goo.gl/vw0vK
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Friday, March 17, 2017

March Life Together News Digest with Pres. Harrison

March Life Together News Digest with Pres. Harrison
Blessed Lententide to all of you! The work of the Lutheran church in Ukraine is bearing fruit and it's an inspiration in the most difficult circumstances. The requests we are getting for missionaries continue to increase. Opportunities to give abound. There are many challenges facing us right now, but it's also true that we are richly blessed as we look forward to Easter. Subscribe to the monthly Life Together digest by clicking here: http://ift.tt/2mDDTQ1 Read past issues here: http://ift.tt/2mbbYuJ
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Tuesday, March 14, 2017

MailChimp Tutorial 2017 | How To Use MailChimp Step By Step For Beginners [Email Marketing]

MailChimp Tutorial 2017 | How To Use MailChimp Step By Step For Beginners [Email Marketing]
Learn How To Use Mailchimp From Start To Finish In This Complete Mailchimp tutorial for beginners! Start email marketing with mailchimp. Get Your Mailchimp Template Here: http://ift.tt/2jNxuTJ In this mailchimp tutorial, i will show you how you can create your own campaigns for free and start sending emails to your subscribers simply and easily! We will create lists for your email marketing campaigns. You will also learn how to create templates for your email marketing campaign step by step with mailchimp. Its really easy to use this service and its a free email marketing service as well. I will also have more tutorial like this to help you with your email marketing campaigns so be sure to subscribe! I have additional videos that will help with you marketing as well. Here is my facebook marketing video for beginners. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dojwz--zBWk Here is how to set up the bloom plugin by elegant themes. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VQtBQgfUd6A You can purchase the bloom plugin here as well. http://ift.tt/2jNfWY1 For more tutorials like this or to learn how to make a wordpress website, feel free to visit my website at http://ift.tt/25xeDN8
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How to Host a Lunch and Learn

How to Host a Lunch and Learn
A very effective method to show off your expertise is to host a lunch and learn. Read how to plan, host and even offset the cost of your lunch and learn session using market development funds (MDF).
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Monday, March 13, 2017

Second Sunday in Lent

Second Sunday in Lent
Second Sunday in Lent Text: Matthew 15:21-28 Rev. Christopher Hull Zion Lutheran Church, Tomball
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1st Wednesday in Lent

1st Wednesday in Lent
First Wednesday in Lent Text: Psalm 6 Rev. Michael Daniels Zion Lutheran Church, Tomball, TX
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Sunday, March 12, 2017

Wonderful Surprise

Just before Bible study, a young man and his family introduced themselves to me.

When he did so, I realized that I had known him for a few years. He was one of my first students when I was teaching Professional Ethics for Family Life Educators at Concordia University, Nebraska.

While I do pray for the students I had in my classes, I never expected to meet any on this side of eternity. It was a wonderful surprise and delight.

Monday, February 27, 2017

Quinquagesima

Quinquagesima
Quinquagesima Text: Corinthians 13:1-13 Rev. Michael Daniels Zion Lutheran Church, Tomball, TX
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Sunday, February 26, 2017

Feast of St. Matthias

Feast of St. Matthias
Feast of St. Matthias Text: Matthew 11:25-30 Rev. Christopher Hull
via YouTube https://youtu.be/sNOq3tQA2ZA

Mid-Week Service (February 22, 2017)

Mid-Week Service (February 22, 2017)
Mid-Week Service (February 22, 2017) Text: Lord's Prayer-Fourth Petition Rev. Christopher Hull
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Friday, February 24, 2017

Guilt and Forgiveness and the Effect on Health | Rev. Dr. Mark Rockenbach

Guilt and Forgiveness and the Effect on Health | Rev. Dr. Mark Rockenbach
This presentation will explore how guilt and forgiveness affect a person’s health. The parish nurse will better understand how to encourage individuals to forgive others and to appreciate the forgiveness they have received. Both forgiving and being forgiven have a positive influence on health and wellness.
via YouTube https://youtu.be/TSVs-Cpigt8

Monday, February 20, 2017

Sexagesima Sunday

Sexagesima Sunday
Sexagesima Sunday Text: Luke 8:4-15 Rev. Christopher Hull Zion Lutheran Church, Tomball, TX
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Thursday, February 9, 2017

The Transfiguration of Our Lord

The Transfiguration of Our Lord
The Transfiguration of Our Lord Text: Matthew 17:1-9 Rev. Michael Daniels
via YouTube https://youtu.be/IPJidq-beJs

Mid-Week Service-February 8, 2017

Mid-Week Service-February 8, 2017
Mid-Week Service-February 8, 2017 Text: Lord's Prayer-Second Petition Rev. Christopher Hull
via YouTube https://youtu.be/xWSG02sod1E

How to Learn Faster with the Feynman Technique (Example Included)

How to Learn Faster with the Feynman Technique (Example Included)
If you want to cut your study time, using the Feynman Technique is a great way to do it. Named after the physicist Richard Feynman, it revolves around explaining a concept in simple language as if you were teaching it to someone else. In this video, I'll show you exactly how to use the Feynman Technique. Want examples? You can find them here: http://ift.tt/2libbr4 My book "10 Steps to Earning Awesome Grades" is completely free, so check it out if you're interested in improving your grades! http://ift.tt/1wf6RlG ---------- Videos you might want to watch next: 5 Tips for Acing Multiple Choice Tests: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q1y8c_MZYvE The Most Powerful Way to Remember What You Study: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eVajQPuRmk8 ---------- If you want to get even more strategies and tips on becoming a more productive, successful student, subscribe to my channel right here: http://buff.ly/1vQP5ar Twitter ➔ https://twitter.com/tomfrankly Instagram ➔ http://ift.tt/1W4YLf4 ~ created by Thomas Frank Music: "Nola" by Broke for Free: http://ift.tt/Adf87t Graphics: http://ift.tt/2klA2WL My wallpaper: http://ift.tt/2kNB66G
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Monday, January 30, 2017

4th Sunday After the Epiphany

4th Sunday After the Epiphany
4th Sunday After the Epiphany Text: Matthew 8:23-27 Rev. Christopher Hull
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Sunday, January 22, 2017

How do we learn to speak together?

While it isn't an "easy" read, I am enjoying this book, in its Kindle edition.
Moerbe, Mary J.; Mitchell, Christopher. Blessed: God's Gift of Love. Concordia Publishing House.

Chapter 3 talks about "earthy" and often underappreciated gifts of creation.  (One example that came to my mind is "fertility." It's not just about having babies. Of course, we live in a society that doesn't even want our trees to be fertile in our yards. It is messy! Creativity of any sort is messy.) This book is forcing me to think and thoroughly different boxes. Anyhow, here is a snippet:

Blessings are sometimes rewards, but they are never payments; only gifts God gives as He chooses. His favor is not reserved for spiritual exercises or feats of strength. Instead, the Creator of heaven and earth plants a garden and provides food for “every living thing” (Job 12: 10; Psalm 145: 16). The almighty God makes us clothing and covers our shame. He considers even ravens and lilies of the field (Luke 12: 24– 28).


It kind of echoes something else I'm reading:
From Adam we have our “earthiness.” Not only did Adam and his descendants come from earth, from dust. Man’s concerns are also of this earth—material things and sensual experiences. He is occupied with the things of this world, not with the life of the spirit. Adam is our pattern for our “natural” life. “The man made of dust is the pattern for all men of dust.”In like manner Christ is the pattern for our heavenly life. “Just as each of us now has a body like Adam’s, so we shall some day have a body like Christ” (Living Bible [LB]). What we cannot really conceive of is indeed true: we shall be like Christ when our resurrection frees us from this sorry earthbound existence. Not only is there a resurrection awaiting those who are Christ’s; an undreamed-of glory will also be theirs.

Carleton Toppe, 1 Corinthians, The People’s Bible (Milwaukee, WI: Northwestern Pub. House, 1987), 155.

I love books! I especially appreciate books like these two that elaborate on what God has done and continues to do in the lives of HIS people.

It is sad to me that we are becoming increasingly unable to even discuss books anymore! We are so polarized, yelling at each other with our fingers in our ears and our eyes squeezed tightly shut. I have been looking for different discussions about how to have discussions, and ran across a couple of Ted talks that seem to apply.
The first covers a lot of what I would say. I especially found it interesting that in her story about taking a conservative to lunch, both women felt safe enough to ask each "other" why the "other" polarity demonized their side more than their side demonized the "other." Nobody changed each other's mind, but that wasn't the point. We have to be able to talk together and work together!

My instinctive reaction to the second one on "moral reframing" was not really good. I thought he was advocating merely changing the semantics to appear to value the morals of the hearer. I had to listen a second time before I realized that he was advocating "caring about your hearer." Know your audience well enough to know what is important to them. Odds are, you probably care about many of the same things. Maybe they are of a different "ranking" on your list of priorities, maybe your answer to the question is different, but we all care about many of the same things.

And yes, both of these speakers probably come from a different perspective than I come from. That's not important. I LEARNED from them both.

So… If you took an "Other" for a meal or coffee somewhere, what would you discuss? How would you reframe your important points in the language of the "Other"?

Monday, January 16, 2017

Second Sunday after the Epiphany

Second Sunday after the Epiphany
Second Sunday after the Epiphany Text: John 2:1-11 Rev. Michael Daniels
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The Baptism of Our Lord

The Baptism of Our Lord
The Baptism of Our Lord Text: Matthew 3:13-17 Rev. Christopher Hull
via YouTube https://youtu.be/rAT9NtlgQt4

Thursday, January 5, 2017

Mid-Week Service (including ASL) - January 4, 2017

Mid-Week Service (including ASL) - January 4, 2017
Mid-Week Service (including ASL) Text: Apostles' Creed - First Article Rev. Christopher Hull Zion Lutheran, Tomball, TX
via YouTube https://youtu.be/JmSu0NW1_Fg

Monday, January 2, 2017

I Am in the Mood for Fun Today

Let's romp all over the Internet today! Who knows what we will find!


I'm entertained. How about you?

Sunday, January 1, 2017

Of SMA, Medical Research, and TV Programs

People are ready to move this year into the past, so many beloved people have died. However, one  excellent piece of news came out in 2016. The first drug to treat spinal muscular atrophy has been approved. It is called Spinraza and it slows the death of motor neurons. This development has created quite a buzz among those of us with neuromuscular disorders. The Muscular Dystrophy Association will be holding a webinar on Tuesday to discuss it, so will NMD United. A good number of people are ready to sign up for treatment immediately.
(Here's a video about what this drug does to fix the problem…)

While I am delighted with the news, I don't necessarily believe that it will benefit me immediately. Number one: it slows the progress of the disease. I have had it for over 50 years. There may not be much to slow. I probably only have one or two motor neurons left. From what I can tell, it doesn't regenerate any neurons. Number two: it involves needles in the spinal cord. Even if the idea didn't make my hair fall out, since I have a spinal fusion… I probably am not really eligible for treatment. Number three: while the results have been good for the test subjects, there have only been 170 test subjects.

I think I want to wait for the second-generation of treatment.

Of course, that step would come more quickly if we had a research hospital like Bunker Hill from the TV series Pure Genius. Even though that program is fiction, there is a certain amount of truth in it. One of the writers is a doctor, his life experiences led him into medicine to begin with. < https://www.cnet.com/news/pure-genius-how-a-doctors-real-life-medical-drama-drew-him-to-the-high-tech-show/ > More importantly, some private research hospitals are doing extraordinary work and are bringing real results. For example, in the realm of cancer treatment, there is Huntsman Cancer Institute. Located in Utah, it was "created" by a cancer patient who knows what it takes to get well. An older example is the Howard Hughes Medical Institute. In a sense, it is the prototype for the TV series-it was created by an individual with money who wanted to advance medicine.

About a year ago, the Chronicle of Philanthropy had an article outlining how private medical research can move things forward when standard government medicine slows the pace. People with ideas don't necessarily do well with vast amounts of bureaucracy. People in general, other than in the political realm, don't seem to do well with bureaucracy. < https://www.nytimes.com/2014/03/16/science/billionaires-with-big-ideas-are-privatizing-american-science.html?_r=0  >

Now, if I had my own Bunker Hill Hospital, and the freedom to design my own experiment to try on myself (with shades of Dr. Frankenstein running rampant), here's what I would do. I would get the Spinraza injections. Then, I would 3-D print something like an exoskeleton attached to something that would take the most minute pretense of a movement and magnify it. (Kind of like how a microphone can magnify a very quiet voice…) Then, I would attach virtual reality goggles so I could see myself moving around much more broadly than my current capability.

You know, they have been doing this kind of research. Again, not many test subjects. It almost sounds too good to be true, but… I really do want it to be true. Between the medication, virtual reality, and electronics… I really would enjoy testing the theory that I might be able to develop something resembling movement.

Of course, this isn't an option at the moment. I don't have my own private research facility. I don't see any likelihood of $30 million landing in my lap anytime soon so I can develop said facility. Howard Hughes died and didn't leave me any of his funds, and I'm okay with that.

Until this is an option for me I will spend time rejoicing in what God has done and continues to do in the lives of His People. His extravagant and abundant living forgiveness is mine to have and share. There are delicate and transient beauties all around. Loving friends and family surround me. There are opportunities to reach out and care for others who are not as richly blessed as I am.