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Awkward Easter Invite
Check out this video clip from The Skit Guys about Frank and his family who have no problem asking their neighbor for help with taking a picture...but it never crossed Frank's mind to invite him to their church's Easter services. HERE |
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Babies, Men, Homeschooling
Michael Jr. Is a Funny Man
Christian comedian Michael Jr. shares his takes on how men react differently around babies than women and on the challenges of homeschooling HERE |
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Brian Regan's "Me Monster"
Comedian Brian Regan takes on those guys who always seem to be talking about themselves - who they are, what they've done, what they got. They always have to have the last word and gotta top anything anyone has to say...until they come up against a moon walker! Check it out HERE |
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Speed Enforced By Aircraft
Here's a video message from constituent to his county commissioners about speed signs he's believes are a waste of taxpayers money. Check out how he thinks law enforcement should be done. HERE |
Put This in Your Pipe
and Smoke It!
"We can only change permanently as we take the gospel more deeply into our hearts." - Tim Keller (Prodigal God)
"If asked why we will not alter the definition of marriage, our response must be "We can't. We didn't define it to begin with. We received it." - Trevin Wax
"If you want to stay stuck in your sin, confess it only to God. If you want to overcome it, confess it to someone else!" Steve Gallagher
"A crowd of people in a building isn't necessarily a community. Real community exists where masks aren't needed and friends bear our burdens." - Burk Parsons
"The truly wise are humble because they know they still have so much to learn." - Don Whitney "If you do not die to sin, you shall die for sin. If you do not slay sin, sin will slay you." - Charles Spurgeon |
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What Do Today's Movies Tell Us About Our Culture?
For years, our culture has focused on superheroes who swoop in to trounce the bad guys and save the day.
But moviegoers aren't looking to the skies anymore. Instead, we're looking amongst ourselves for ordinary saviors. And in this year's batch of Oscar hopefuls, survival depends not on our heroes' ability to leap tall buildings in a single bound, but on their grit, their scientific knowledge, and their moral fiber.
Take "The Martian," for example. When Matt Damon's character, finds himself stranded on the red planet, he relies on his own ingenuity and determination to survive. And rather than the big wigs at NASA saving him, it's his own crew-in an act of mutiny-who return to Mars and rescue him.
This theme of ordinary people banding together against corrupt institutions runs all through the year's top films-not to mention politics. For American culture, "us and them," has been replaced by "we."
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A Coach's Remarkable Testimony at Wife's Funeral
 "An ordinary man with extraordinary faith." That's how TNT's Ernie Johnson described Thunder assistant coach Monty Williams after showing Williams' moving eulogy at his wife's funeral. Williams, whose wife died in a tragic car accident earlier in February, spoke for only about 7 minutes, but within those 7 minutes he conveyed a heart of strength, compassion and faith in Christ. Watch the VideoUsually the NBA is a place where faith is relegated to platitudes. It's rare to have the opportunity to hear a player or coach discuss their personal lives, let alone what they believe. As an entertainment business, NBA officials naturally want to appeal to the highest number of people, so most of our attention gets diverted to on-court exploits rather than behind-the-scenes glimpses into the lives of the men and women who make up the sport. Read More |
Set Your Clock and Compass for 11.12.16 and NoVA
Men from across the region have already been registering for WACMM's Fall Regional Men's Conference. Plan to join them for the year's premiere
WHEN: Sat. November 12, 2016 8:30am-3:00 pmWHERE: Christian Fellowship Church in Ashburn VA.
WHO: for men of all ages, backgrounds and seasons of life from different churches.
KEYNOTERS: Two of America's most influential leaders - Dr. Eric Mason & Dr. Russell Moore
BREAKOUT SPEAKERS: Nine other prominent leaders will present topical breakout sessions;
WORSHIP: Led by Pastor Ernest Sallee and the renowned Iron Men Praise Band;
COST: Starting at $24 (including lunch)
DISCOUNTS: Early registration; five or more men registering together; young men; fathers and sons; active duty military; disabled vets and pastors
FEATURES: Keynoters are interviewed and take audience questions; panel discussions and lots of giveaways
MORE INFO: Click Here or contact conference director Jack Gleason or 540.630.6394
(WACMM is an informercial-free conference sponsor)
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3 Ways the Gospel Gives Life to Weary Men
 What is the significance of the gospel for Christian men, moment by moment?
Men are given much to look at and listen to every day, literally and spiritually. We are bombarded by messages from cable news, internet and radio ads, billboards along the morning commute, magazines in the grocery checkout, bosses and coworkers, and wives and children.
We are tempted according to our lusts and appetites and shamed over the size of our bank accounts, our standard of living, our level of fitness, the style of our dress, and our achievements (or lack thereof) at work and at home. We never feel done; we rarely feel right. And then we have the Accuser, our old enemy the Devil, eager to capitalize on these moments of weakness with his message of condemnation. It's a wonder more men don't refuse even to get out of bed in the morning!
So how does the gospel of grace keep us afloat in the humdrum of our ordinary days? Read More
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Teaching Our Boys About Authentic Manhood
 The world gaped in awe at the story of the four Americans...who without weapons, prevented a mass shooting on a French train a few months back. Such heroism reminds us of the duty we have to train boys to take risks and lead in self-sacrifice for the good of others. This is a distinctly Christian idea, one filtered down through the teaching of the Old Testament and especially the image of Jesus Christ. Read More |
U2's Bono Talks About His Comfort in Scriptures
While we make no claims about U2's Bono's orthodoxy, from time to time, we've shared stories about the rock star's faith and works because he says some surprising and interesting things. One such glimpse into Bono came in an interview a few years ago when he remarked, "That the scriptures are brim full of hustlers, murderers, cowards, adulterers and mercenaries used to shock me; now it is a source of great comfort." Read More
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New Biopic Tells the Story of Legendary Jesse Owens
 Race, still in theaters, is not a "faith-based" movie per se but it is about one man's life of determination, courage, struggle and God's providence.
It tells the heroic story of Jesse Owens' quest to be the greatest track and field athlete in history, regardless of his race. He achieved his dream in winning four gold medals in the 1936 Berlin Olympic Games. He became a legend despite relentless adversity and opposition, including his going up against racial bigotry and Hitler's Nazi Germany. Race follows on the heels on other recent heroic biopics like Jackie Robinson (42: The True Story of an American Legend) and Martin Luther King (Selma). Check out the trailer for Race Here |
Slaying the Dragon of Pornography
 Pornography raises many questions, but two of the most simple are also the most important. Why fight temptations? And how?
So many resolutions to avoid porn fail with this first question. The how question is the easier one-we can quickly identify steps such as Internet filters or a friend willing to ask us tough questions. It's the why where we get tripped up. We need biblically persuasive reasons to stand firm when the hard questions and justifications come. And they will come.
The pursuit of porn has bad consequences. We need no special insight to see it erodes relationships and never satisfies. But bad consequences aren't enough to stop us. We must be ready with persuasive reasons to put up a fight, and then assemble those reasons into a story that has some of the following elements. Read More
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An Evening With Ravi Zacharias - Mark Your Calendar
 Renowned international evangelist and apologist Ravi Zacharias will be at Fourth Presbyterian Church in Bethesda MD on Wednesday April 13 at 7:00 PM.
Sponsored by WAVA Radio, the event is free and you'll need to register HERE
Doors open at 6:00 pm.
Dr. Zacharias is Founder and President of Ravi Zacharias International Ministries (RZIM). He has spoken all over the world for the last 42 years in scores of universities, notably Harvard, Dartmouth, Johns Hopkins, and Oxford University. His nationally syndicated radio broadcasts and books have reached millions worldwide. |
Easter 2016: He is Risen! He is Risen Indeed!
 Following is the Ligonier Statement on Christology:
We confess the mystery and wonder of God made flesh and rejoice in our great salvation through Jesus Christ our Lord.
With the Father and the Holy Spirit, the Son created all things, sustains all things, and makes all things new. Truly God, He became truly man, two natures in one person.
He was born of the Virgin Mary and lived among us. Crucified, dead, and buried, He rose on the third day, ascended to heaven, and will come again in glory and judgement.
For us, He kept the Law, atoned for sin, and satisfied God's wrath. He took our filthy rags and gave us His righteous robe.
He is our Prophet, Priest, and King, building His church, interceding for us, and reigning over all things.
Jesus Christ is Lord; we praise His holy Name forever.
Amen.
Brothers, may you and your families have a joyous Easter! He is Risen!
Dave
Dave Brown
Pastor and Director
Washington Area Coalition of Men's Ministries (WACMM)
10309 Freeman Place
Kensington MD 20895
dave@wacmm.org
240.447.1363
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