Read this very brief article in the China Daily Chinas official English language newspaper. Its the testimony of a university student who converted to Christianity.Now if youve been following China for any length of time you might be picking your jaw up off the floor. Get this: The official and highly controlled newspaper of the Communist government is featuring a story of a religious conversion of an exceptionally bright university student who found meaninglessness in existence apart from God.
My Review of Roku HD Player
The best-selling HD Player (as known as Netflix Player by Roku) plays High Definition video and connects to surround sound audio.
Roku Flat Out Just Works!
By schrups from Minneapolis, MN on 3/4/2010
Pros: Easy to set up, Video selection, Great value, Easy to use, Built in Wi-Fi, Compact, Reliability, High quality picture
Cons: Want more video choices
Best Uses: Bedroom, Primary TV
Describe Yourself: Netflix fan, Power User, Early adopter
I was excited to get our Roku box and set it up.
Marketing 101
I am trying to step up my marketing efforts for my business this week. Marketing is not my strongest skill. I am a technical guy and although I have worked as a consultant for over 15 years I don’t find myself comfortable with selling my skills. This is not new to me, however, since most of my work for the last 12 years has been a direct result of interfacing with my customers and selling my skills and my company’s services.
Success Can Be Perilous :: Desiring God
Jon Bloom writes a great article on pride and self-interest using King David as an illustration.
→ Read the rest We are never more vulnerable to sin than when we are successful, admired by others, and prosperous, as King David tragically discovered.
YouTube Video for Cat Lovers
Thanks to my friend James for pointing this one out…
An update on my son, Tucker
Surgery went very well and doctor was pleased with results. Yesterday was a good and quiet day for Tucker. Today was bad starting early this morning when the pain kicked in big time. I was home with the kids this morning and Carrie had a very tough morning with Tucker in deep pain. She said it was worse than ever before.
→ Read the rest Why you matter to me, my family, and my son, Tucker…
Thank you to everyone who has expressed their concern and prayed for Tucker’s surgery and recovery. Dr. Dahl was pleased with the results of surgery and today was a tolerable day for our son. He had a few downs and some ups, but Carrie and I are both thankful for the Lord’s mercy and grace for our family and particularly for Tucker.
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Repost: The problem with positive thinking
Key question then: why do smart people engage in negative thinking? Are they actually stupid?The reason, I think, is that negative thinking feels good. In its own way, we believe that negative thinking works. Negative thinking feels realistic, or soothes our pain, or eases our embarrassment. Negative thinking protects us and lowers expectations.In many ways, negative thinking is a lot more fun than positive thinking.