A Time Of Brilliance

We just enjoyed an amazing evening of anointed fellowship with a local Cru group. Thanks to them for their hospitality and their edifying fellowship! As I meditate on what we all received this evening, I am sure I will be provoked to write about it, so tune in!

Some Things Old, All Things New

It is written in Ecclesiastes 1:9 that there is no new thing under the sun. The verse speaks of life as cyclical. The things which are are as the things which will be. The things that are done are as the things that will be done. To Solomon, life had been defined in this way.

For the Christian, it is important to keep things in perspective pertaining to life. Existence on this planet is indeed cyclical. As one studies history, the events on the time line do seem to be derived from the same desires, the same deeds, the same motives, as the events both before and after. Yet, to the 'players' in history, each series of events seems to be very relevant and timely; spontaneous as opposed to mechanical.

However, without an understanding of life, as God defines it, the one who is living is simply a player. He is in a dynamic that he really knows very little about, and finds himself looking for answers within the realm of the cycle. His view becomes much like the view we have on a merry-go-round. That is, a distorted, out of focus view of his surroundings. A view that can be overwhelming to the senses, especially if the ride goes too fast.

Verticalink brings to the college campus an understanding that, to most people, the events of life seem new and overwhelming at times. We have learned that in order to live life to the fullest, people must have answers. And we know that, even though the answers are very old, they are brand new to the one that is seeking.

2 Corinthians 5:17 says that, for the Christian, all things become new! No more cycles, if you will. Life is now linear. It is an eternal adventure, containing, as the very next verse says, all the things of God!

If you are involved with Verticalink, cultivate your call as an answer bearer. You have Good News, and God will help you to share it.

If you do not know us, seek us out on your campus, or write us. We would love to meet you.

What is a VL meeting?
I am thinking about that which makes a great Verticalink meeting. Think about it and check back in with your ideas!

I just signed up for mobile blogging because i thought it might be fun. Maybe now i can post on the fly!

Verticalink International

I haven't posted on this site for a few days. But I have posted a page on Facebook titled Verticalink International. This will be another resource for news and updates regarding VL. Visit it often, as we will try to keep it fresh with updates.

I Wish I Were There

A cold is upon me. I have to remember to thank Micah, my toddler son for that. My task this evening is to study for my church history class tomorrow, where we will be teaching on the crusades. As I prepare, the Bible Study at Towson University is happening, and I wish I was there. Also, the team meeting for VL JHU is in progress, and I wish I were there, as well. We have opportunities in various schools throughout Maryland and other states, as well as some in other countries. I wish I were there, and there, and there....

But God knows, and He will provide. We have some amazing team members in our organization. I am routinely humbled by their walks with God. He has provided, and will provide more.

We will soon be initiating a team in Ghana, Africa. Stay tuned for details concerning this.

I must get back to preparation. I love to teach, and I love the campus!

Don't you?

Imaginations, The Framework of Thinking

The human has a framework to his thinking. I think you agree with me. Each one has a way of thinking, with a predisposition in temperament and context. Some think more analytically, others more subjectively. Some have a greater capacity for learning, and some are creative thinkers. I have seen people attempt to alter their framework of thinking and then struggle with self-image issues. What we discover is that we can change how we think, but our framework of thinking is a part of what makes us an individual.

How do I change how I think? I believe it is by appropriating truth. Our minds are created to find the absolute in a given dynamic. We do not cope well with imaginations that stray from the static of truth. Our minds tire easily if allowed to wander from truth, and if the process of attempting to re-align is interfered with, the thoughts can become unstable and imbalanced.

I must say here that I have no laboratory analyses or comprehensive studies to scientifically support my thoughts on this subject. These are thoughts that I have formulated through the years, in the learning process of discerning truth and applying it to life.

In the Bible, in 1 Chronicles 28:9, we see that God understands each of the frameworks of man's thinking. In other words, He knows how He made me, and He leads me into right thinking within that framework of thought. Thus, the analytical thinker can have an anointed thought life, and be a blessing to others with his type of thinking. Similarly, the creative mind becomes valuable when God is allowed to instruct it in the ways of thought. Each of us, in our God given constructs, can become extraordinary in our relationship to life and living, when we accept the truth of the Word of God, and humbly receive His instruction.

We do not have to change ourselves. God molds us into the treasure that we are. It is a wonderful thing.

So think boldly in your imagination, or your framework of thought. Open yourself to God's loving intruction. You will not be disappointed.