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Comment on Dear God, Church Is Broken by bohemianprose

bohemianprose — Mon, 21 Dec 2009 03:10:23 +0000

Thanks not today for the feedback.

It’s good to her others points of views. I’ve never been so hung up on denominations and all the glitter, though I do tend to lean towards non-denom. I grew up baptist and there was a lot of judgement involved. My search I guess is finding a place where I belong or feel like i fit in as much as it is finding a place that still adheres to truth. I realize there will always be short comings and lack, but in my search I have seen some things that left me feeling empty and wondering how is this the “Church” jesus said he would build his rock upon. To be honest I like the smaller settings of church the ideals that the first century Church lived small, groups of friends. I had found that in a Church back home but was unable to remain due to conflicting schedules. I hope to find something much like that again soon.

Thanks again.

Comment on Dear God, Church Is Broken by not today

not today — Sun, 20 Dec 2009 22:45:07 +0000

Nate,
After church hunting for the last year, we finally found one that didn’t feel was this big giant advertisement, or one that has totally transformed the gospel to suit their own convictions and shortcomings. We did stumble across what seemed to be the complete package, outstanding music that got everyone involved and outside the box style services where attendees can text in their questions to the speakers and they were adressed on the spot, wow how great is that especially in a large church that you would never get the ear of the pastor. All these things can be great tools to help minister to all sorts of different personalities. But, we found that the one thing that almost all of these churches lacked was a genuine desire to reach or minister to the flock. Instead what was fealt was this is a business and they were trying to put out the best product to have better sales, and by better sales I mean larger offerings and tithes.
We did find a wonderful church, (not big, not fancy) that when we went, we just fealt this overwheming peace and presence that we new from the first time, this was were we needed to be. It wasn’t easy to leave our previous church where we were known and had established a place in the church, but it was needed for our kids sake. We kept an open mind, we weren’t going to be stuck on denomination or lack there of, and to be quite honest there was one Lutheran church that we attended that ( I would have never , ever , ever considered) I ended up really liking. It is possible to find the right church especially if you can come to the realization that God does not reside with only one denomination.
There are still some churches out there that remain faithful to seeking God for it’s direction in ministry and the Sunday sermons as well. While others unfortunatly remain unispired and lack the effort to seek God’s face to show them the direction and message for their church and would rather download sermons from the internet.
One last note, we must remember to keep our faith in God, not in man, for we will surely be disappointed otherwise. I’m a bit all over the place here but I think I covered the main objective God Bless and may you find the peace that surpasses all understanding!!

Comment on Of Light And Metaphor by Paul Maurice Martin

Paul Maurice Martin — Sat, 12 Sep 2009 00:24:07 +0000

Light and darkness seem to be especially powerful metaphors, nice post.

Comment on Happiness Is A Tricky Thing. by Bunny Morton

Bunny Morton — Fri, 07 Aug 2009 21:30:19 +0000

something new would be nice!

Comment on Happiness Is A Tricky Thing. by Vincent

Vincent — Sun, 05 Jul 2009 09:07:51 +0000

I'm in no doubt that there is too much of a work ethic in the West. It's somehow woven into our culture to overproduce. The story about the businessman and the Mexican fisherman puts things into a better proportion.

Comment on Happiness Is A Tricky Thing. by bohemianprose

bohemianprose — Sun, 05 Jul 2009 07:19:07 +0000

Good point Vincent, there are for sure things we must endure even if we wish not too. I wonder what this meaning in a relational sense to our lives and if it should be difficult or needing to be endured.

Comment on Happiness Is A Tricky Thing. by Vincent

Vincent — Sun, 05 Jul 2009 05:40:12 +0000

Excellent topic! One of the meanings of “work” is that which we do because we have to rather than that which we want to. So someone who enjoys his vocation may say, “It’s not work for me—I get paid for doing what I love”. And I think “happiness” means not wanting to change a thing: falling into something quite naturally. I’m retired from work so I feel the freedom every day but sometimes I may do volunteer work, unpaid, or help a friend with my services & get paid for that. Having agreed to do these things, I accept the time and quality constraints and so it often ends up that I don’t enjoy doing them. They are “work” and I would be “happy” if suddenly I didn’t need to do them; just as a child is happy if for some reason school is closed for a day.

Comment on A Walk Through The Garden With Olivia by Bunny Morton

Bunny Morton — Wed, 01 Jul 2009 04:00:23 +0000

She looks a lot like you… she has your eyebrows!!! Congrates and may I just say… SLEEP WHEN THE BABY DOES!!!!!

Comment on Happiness Is A Tricky Thing. by Soumyaranjan Dash

Soumyaranjan Dash — Tue, 30 Jun 2009 07:40:21 +0000

Nice view on life & happiness!

Comment on A Walk Through The Garden With Olivia by matt

matt — Sun, 28 Jun 2009 20:28:50 +0000

Congrats on your new beautiful baby girl

Comment on A Walk Through The Garden With Olivia by Travis

Travis — Sun, 28 Jun 2009 13:54:40 +0000

Congratulations!

Comment on Returning To The Land Of Blog, Soon. by k

Mon, 04 May 2009 17:19:35 +0000

I am so sorry to hear about your losses Nate. If you need to talk you can email me. I have had losses this year as well. But it’s for the better I think. I think it’s really great what you have done with your life. I check back here every now and then. Both for inspiration and just to make sure an old friend is ok. I can see that you are. Congratulations on your baby girl. You’ll be a good daddy, just don’t hold on too tightly lol Take care Nate, Keep in touch. K

Comment on An Epiphany From Soulmana by MICHAEL MANASSEH

MICHAEL MANASSEH — Wed, 29 Apr 2009 03:56:10 +0000

Yo thanks for the link back.
I really agree with what you are saying!
good post!

Comment on Eric Cartman has a point by Silent Observer, The bigger Picture « Bohemian Prose

Silent Observer, The bigger Picture « Bohemian Prose — Fri, 03 Apr 2009 01:20:16 +0000

[...] Eric Cartman has a point [...]

Comment on Eric Cartman has a point by bohemianprose

bohemianprose — Thu, 02 Apr 2009 21:02:21 +0000

Excellent point I need time to respond properly but a lot of good points.

Comment on Eric Cartman has a point by silent observer

silent observer — Thu, 02 Apr 2009 20:55:50 +0000

Nate,

You make some valid points, but what is missing is the big picture. First I would maybe classify the problem as people not being mindful of others and seeing the big picture. Example; I am in a store trying to make my way through an isle infront of me is a small group of people facing me, they look at me and see me coming. Do they move so that I may pass by and go on my mary way? No, instead they wait until I am face to face and finally have to say excuse me before anyone of them decides to step aside so that I may come through. Are they trying to offend me? No! Are they being inconsiderate? Yes! Do they see the big picture? “Here comes someone, I/we are blocking the entire isle I should move so they can pass by” or maybe their thought process is this ” What’s this guy doing? Where is he going? Why is he looking at me? Is he gonna try and pick me up? Oh my God I’m not gay what the @#$%^&*%# am I gonna do? He’s getting closer OMG he’s starting to give me a dirty look what the heck is wrong with this guy? I’m just standing her and he’s giving me a dirty look, what a %&*%$#@. I’m not gonna move for this jerk who does he think he is?
People are weird and messed up, so many are just plain neurotic. They have no grasp on the big picture. “I’m just shopping and you are in the way, please move.” So many people are just plain oblivious as to how they are impacting those around them, “slam on the brakes last minute, almost missed your turn whew that was close, as you mouth sorry to the guy that you just cut off as he is glaring at you mouthing explicatives in your general direction.
Sometimes the best way to approach these inconsiderate people is, sir I am not sure that you are aware of how what you are doing is affecting everyone around you. “excuse me you guys are blocking the whole isle and their are people that are trying to get by.” Nicely
And then sometimes their are those that just don’t care about how what they are doing is inconveniencing or having a negative impact on others. But as it is, we are in a society that is in close quarters, everyday we all do something that impacts others in both negative and positive ways. I too get so frustrated and annoyed with peolpes lack of respect or thoughtfulness towards others. It has kind of helped me to understand things a bit clearer being married to someone that is oblivious, themselves, to the big picture. The common response is, “jeeze you always act as if it’s a big conspiracy that I’m trying to offend you or out to get you.” Oblivious to their surroundings and the big picture, if I do this what will that do to those around me.
Many people, including and maybe especially Gen xers are very egoccentric and lack the awareness or ethics to care about those around them. This is unfortunately getting worse as to those that have poor etiquette are now raising their kids with even poorer etiquette.

So in a nutshell the world is indeed going to hell in a hand basket.

God Bless us all and may we always be more mindful of the impact we have on our surroundings.

Comment on How To Deal, Neighborly Discontent II by matt

matt — Thu, 02 Apr 2009 11:11:04 +0000

This blog’s great!! Thanks :).

Comment on How to deal, neighborly discontent by Bunny

Bunny — Thu, 02 Apr 2009 03:45:45 +0000

1. Order pizza and other food to their house and pick it up at their doorstep claiming that you don’t have a phone.
2. Stand over the plants in your yard with a hose and Scream, “I have your life in my hands, bow down to me!”. Then point at each one and declare them good or bad plants, while watering the bad ones.
3. Bring them restraining orders on inanimate objects in their house. (i.e., chairs, books, lamps, etc.)
4. Ask them if you can put your trash in their cans, if they ask why say, “Mine are full of bodies,” then stutter and say, “I uh mean other garbage,” walk away laughing hysterically.
5. Patrol the perimeter of your yard while carrying a broom. If they come close state that there is a 3 foot neutral area between the two yards.
6. At night transplant the plants in their garden. In the morning say, “looks like they’re on the move again.”
7. When they’re watching TV, pull a lawn chair behind their window. Sit down with popcorn and a drink and ask them if they could open a window so you can hear too.
8. Build snowmen with name tags of your neighbors Each day hack off a different part of their body.
9. Use your TV remote to change the channels on their TV from outside. If asked why, say you protest such programs. (The more educational the program the better.)
10. Dig shallow graves at night filling your yard with brown grave patches. Make markers out of household appliances.

I know this is for house living but I thought you might find it helpful.

I know I’ve had some BADDDDD neighbors and had it out with a few of them.. can you believe that one even asked me what the Jesus fish symbol on the back of my truck ment?? UGH… But in the end we both moved. I hope it gets better for the sake of you, your beautiful wife and daughter to be! By the way how is that going?

Comment on Eric Cartman has a point by bohemianprose

bohemianprose — Wed, 18 Mar 2009 20:13:23 +0000

Yeah I know a few people that are like this, not a good thing. These are people who are old enough to know better but refuse to care and act as though they have a right, no, a duty to treat people poorly? I don’t get it.

Comment on Eric Cartman has a point by fraggle

fraggle — Wed, 18 Mar 2009 19:48:27 +0000

You are describing my neice here she thinks the world owes her a favour luckily my children are not like this as I must admit I’m quite strict as I want them to give to society not take all the while, I be taught them that people of good character do the right thing not because they want to change the world, but refused to be changed by it.good post!

Comment on Eric Cartman has a point by bohemianprose

bohemianprose — Wed, 18 Mar 2009 19:08:15 +0000

Thanks I was worried that I might actually be wrong about this theory, hmm guess not,

Comment on Eric Cartman has a point by goodbadandugly2

goodbadandugly2 — Wed, 18 Mar 2009 18:57:36 +0000

great post!

Comment on Why No Blogging by Bunny

Bunny — Tue, 03 Mar 2009 01:55:13 +0000

Yes feel better.. nothing worse.. I hope your dear wife doesn’t get sick.. NOTHING IS WORSE then being sick when your preggers!!!!

Comment on Why No Blogging by Travis

Travis — Mon, 02 Mar 2009 20:57:04 +0000

Hope you feel better soon.

Comment on The Way I See It, reflections from Po by jason

jason — Sat, 28 Feb 2009 02:55:28 +0000

Like the quotes here. I found what I was looking for.

Comment on Of Paradox by bohemianprose

bohemianprose — Thu, 19 Feb 2009 01:12:23 +0000

Here ya man and true that.

Comment on Of Paradox by Travis

Travis — Thu, 19 Feb 2009 01:02:12 +0000

Yeah, I struggle with pride a lot. I need to remind myself that not only is God in control, but that it’s also good He’s in control instead of me!

Comment on Anything Worth Having Is Difficult by bohemianprose

bohemianprose — Thu, 05 Feb 2009 21:13:48 +0000

Very true and a good point to take in.

Comment on Anything Worth Having Is Difficult by ggw_bach

ggw_bach — Thu, 05 Feb 2009 10:17:40 +0000

everything worth doing in life meets a resistance. Call it cultural inertia if you will.

the bold man believes in himeself, and steps forward; knowing his change is a positive one.

Comment on Is the Church relevant by bohemianprose

bohemianprose — Sat, 31 Jan 2009 01:55:50 +0000

Hi Steven, thanks for your comment. I agree there are many churches that are humble and wonderful. I guess a bit of background is in order. I am from Portland Oregon which is said to be the most unchurched state, so a lot of this came from my perspective of that issue. I think this post was my way of drawing attention to those “false churches” if you will not to add fuel to a fire perhaps. My wife and I are working our way back into getting closer to God and are seeking a new Church we hope to find one soon and to become closer in our daily lives.

Comment on Is the Church relevant by Steven

Steven — Fri, 30 Jan 2009 22:47:05 +0000

The word “church” is not a religious word. It simply means “gathering”. Sure there are churches that ought not to be called churches, but that ought not surprise. We were warned that wolves in sheep.. you know the rest.
But God has chosen to work through the church Ephesians 3.10 10so that through the church the manifold wisdom of God might now be made known to the rulers and authorities in the heavenly places.
So Jesus is interested in you joining a church because that is where is has decided to reveal his purposes. There are some wonderful and humble churches, keep looking. And lastly, don’t be a part of the problem, but a part of the solution. Contribute to church.

Comment on Just for the record by bohemianprose

bohemianprose — Sat, 17 Jan 2009 01:31:57 +0000

Good advice and yes you do know me I do worry, you are welcome on my blog anytime, you can tell me your name though so I know for sure who this is.

Comment on Mac Daddy for Mac addict by bohemianprose

bohemianprose — Sat, 17 Jan 2009 01:29:35 +0000

Hmm I’m still working on not being a grumpy old man I am still trying to “get back to good” as Matchbox 20 put’s it. You can leave your name you know, it’s OK, really.

Comment on Ragamuffin. I think, therefore, I am… fuzzy by bohemianprose

bohemianprose — Sat, 17 Jan 2009 01:24:38 +0000

Hello :) thanks for the comments and I hope I will be a good pop, you know you can leave your name too Kristi, Kristy or Amy lol.

Nate

Comment on Just for the record by :)

:) — Fri, 16 Jan 2009 16:43:17 +0000

You’ll make it. Stop worrying so dang much about doing the right thing, you have what it takes to be a good Christian man inside you already, don’t mess it up with worry! You have always been a worrier, and that can get in our way just as much if not more than caring too little. One day at a time. And remember that was then, this is now. The only way to have room for all the great things your new life can offer you is to let go of the past, maybe I’m not helping with that being on your blog, but it’s inspiring to see what you have done so far. Keep going , one foot in frontof the other. OK? OK (slams door here) lol

Comment on Mac Daddy for Mac addict by :)

:) — Fri, 16 Jan 2009 16:38:12 +0000

Yeah you are:) LOL But not a bitter old man anymore right??? Just kidding LOL Happy belated Birthday!

Comment on Ragamuffin. I think, therefore, I am… fuzzy by :)

:) — Fri, 16 Jan 2009 16:33:28 +0000

Congradulations Nate. I think you will make a great daddy:) Biggest thing to remember, don’t sweat the small stuff and laugh with your child from day one. Nothing is more precious. But I think you will do just fine. Wow, a daddy, yah it is a little strange LOL But I’m happy for you, don’t be scared:) Just be there, Blessings for your new family. Always….

Comment on Ragamuffin. I think, therefore, I am… fuzzy by bohemianprose

bohemianprose — Fri, 16 Jan 2009 01:41:47 +0000

Leadership is bad, Morals have fallen, I see this change in our society even in the short distance from my childhood until now. It’s not new, it’s just worse now and hit’s home more because we as individuals face this often in our everyday lives. We need to choose to not reward those who choose to abuse others and their power.

Comment on Ragamuffin. I think, therefore, I am… fuzzy by Paul Maurice Martin

Paul Maurice Martin — Fri, 16 Jan 2009 01:20:44 +0000

I know what you mean. Leadership around the world is deplorable. It seems that we live in a time when the average citizen is more enlightened than the average world leader.

Comment on Ragamuffin. I think, therefore, I am… fuzzy by bohemianprose

bohemianprose — Wed, 14 Jan 2009 21:08:31 +0000

Thanks… it’s a little strange though.

Comment on Ragamuffin. I think, therefore, I am… fuzzy by Travis

Travis — Wed, 14 Jan 2009 13:19:42 +0000

Congratulations!

Comment on Ragamuffin. I think, therefore, I am… fuzzy by Bunny

Bunny — Wed, 14 Jan 2009 12:49:44 +0000

Watch Marley and Me… movie6.net.. it will really help! Good luck and can’t wait to hear more about the baby!

Comment on He ain’t heavy, He’s my brother by Bunny

Bunny — Wed, 07 Jan 2009 00:54:33 +0000

I am sorry for your loss.

I had a boyfriend in jr. high… we was great… Though I was stupid.. as I can be a lot… he then hated me for it… and he never spoke to me again. He was popular in high school. Everyone loved him.. I felt terrible about us not talking… it hurt deep inside.

A year after high school ended I found out at work that he had been killed in a car accident in Hawaii. I attended his service, as did most of our high school.

Just last year I was at goodwill (great place to get kids VHS tapes for super cheap!!) and I found his high school letterman’s jacket. I shed a tear once again. I wanted to get it… but just as his parents had done I am sure.. what would I do with it? However, in the pocket was a note card with a couple chicken scratches on it and a drawing.. I took it and put it in my memory box.

If only they (those that we’ve hurt or that have hurt us) could know that we care/love them still and that no matter when, how long or short the relationship (friends, lovers, mothers, brothers.. ect) was that their memories are forever burned into our soul and carried with us no matter where we go in life, maybe just maybe then they would/could forget the past and remember the love.

I am sorry for your loss, it is always heart breaking no matter how distant the friend.

Comment on Buy (RED) save lives by bohemianprose

bohemianprose — Sat, 03 Jan 2009 00:48:16 +0000

I agree that that large companies ought to do more things like this. I’ve seen the millionaire show a few times it seems pretty good, though I watch more TV now then before which I don’t like. There’s not too much to do in B.C.

I think there is more that we as a country can do, although it bothers me that we can not get our own health care system in the U.S. taken care because of corporate greed, we should have free health care.

Comment on Buy (RED) save lives by Bunny

Bunny — Fri, 02 Jan 2009 22:29:28 +0000

That’s great, I’ve always been one to buy for Breast cancer, seeing as nearly everyone in my family has had it or a scare of it…. So when I see pink I almost always buy. It is great to see a large company do something for a cause rather than pocket every penny! It’s the season for giving…. Wish more places give out. Speaking of which, have you seen the new reality show ‘Secret Millionaire’? I don’t watch a lot of the boob tube but it is a very good show… makes you think!

Comment on And it snows by bohemianprose

bohemianprose — Fri, 26 Dec 2008 23:22:51 +0000

That’s no good. Although neither is snow when you can’t get out and are stuck.

Comment on And it snows by ohthatsillygirl

ohthatsillygirl — Fri, 26 Dec 2008 20:54:14 +0000

no snow for christmas in pennsylvania… just rain, rain, rain… :(

Comment on And it snows by Jason

Jason — Fri, 26 Dec 2008 20:42:54 +0000

My wife and I (Portland natives) have been living in Grand Rapids, MI for the past few years. We got hammered pretty hard out there last week. Right now we’re in Portland visiting family for Christmas. We were hoping to get out of the snow for a few days but – obviously – that didn’t work out for us. But in any case, Portland is a beautiful city – rain, snow, or sun – and we’re really hoping to move back here as soon as I finish grad school :-)

Comment on And it snows by bohemianprose

bohemianprose — Fri, 26 Dec 2008 19:54:17 +0000

no we are lucky yo have power it is still nice and warm in here.

Comment on And it snows by coffee

coffee — Fri, 26 Dec 2008 19:47:38 +0000

yall’s power out too?