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Re: Jesus, Don’t Let Me Die Before I Have Sex

Randy — Thu, 08 Mar 2012 17:00:34 -0000

As a pastor, and the parent of two young children, I'm very interested in this subject, because frankly...I have no idea what to tell my kids. I'm scared to tell them to save it for marriage (like I did, but yeah, no magical event on the honeymoon like I thought) because that seems like such an impossible thing. Also, though I didn't have sex before marriage, I certainly didn't live a chaste life. Porn was a problem, lust was a huge problem, over-committing to relationships way to early.
So, how do I talk to my kids about sex, and make it biblical, true and practical? Maybe this movie will help me avoid some pitfalls.

Re: Jesus, Don’t Let Me Die Before I Have Sex

Matt — Tue, 06 Mar 2012 00:26:50 -0000

Hi Shane. We will be talking to those who have had positive experiences as well. We are at the beginning of our process and need to secure some funding for the next round of interviews. Keep checking the website for updates.

Thanks for posting about us!

Matt Barber - Director

Re: Jesus, Don’t Let Me Die Before I Have Sex

Shane Vander Hart — Mon, 05 Mar 2012 11:42:20 -0000

Yes it definitely will.

Re: Jesus, Don’t Let Me Die Before I Have Sex

Pollytwocents — Mon, 05 Mar 2012 11:31:53 -0000

This looks to be a very interesting documentary, one that will spark conversation and thought, and prayer.

Re: When You’re Under Attack

Shane Vander Hart — Thu, 01 Mar 2012 12:32:47 -0000

Kevin, that picture is disturbing, LOL.

Re: The 10 Most Popular Strategies for Helping the Poor–Are They Cost Effective?

ManfredtheWonderDog — Thu, 01 Mar 2012 11:22:57 -0000

I recently read Marvin Olasky's book, The Tragedy of American Compassion. It is a great survey of this country's slide into humanism and the toll that took on the church's care of the poor. Here's a lengthy review of the book: http://defendingcontending.com...

Re: The 10 Most Popular Strategies for Helping the Poor–Are They Cost Effective?

Patti Brown — Sat, 18 Feb 2012 01:39:17 -0000

Shane, I did a story for The Catholic Mirror last fall about a well drilling program in Africia organized by a man from Urbandale. The program is called Break the Cycle of Hunger, http://breakthecycleofhunger.o.... And I see that Lutheran Church of Hope in WDM has a huge well drilling program in Africa. They have done about 66 wells and are going to do another 30-some this year. Very important work!

http://www.google.com/url?sa=t...

Re: It’s Never a Waste of Time to Love a Kid

Shane Vander Hart — Mon, 30 Jan 2012 16:31:01 -0000

And we need to come alongside those kids in the community who don't have a fully functional generational unit.

Re: It’s Never a Waste of Time to Love a Kid

paul dare — Mon, 30 Jan 2012 14:49:46 -0000

YES! YES! YES! I couldn't say it any better. Psalm 78, Deut 6, Ephesians 6 - All proclaim that the inter-generational family unit is the most powerful weapon to make faith 'stick' and raise up a godly generation. Programs, youth camps and big, one-time events do not come close to the same power as someone taking the time to sit, talk with, walk with, wrestle through tough questions, play with, encourage and help a young man or woman.

Re: Hits a Nerve, But Misses the Mark

Greg Bejian — Thu, 26 Jan 2012 21:04:13 -0000

I would love to share more of what the Lord has done in restoring not only a marriage and a new daughter, but also how our Lord is birthing a ministry through my wife and I called Heart of Purity Evangelism Ministry or HOPE for short. It's because of the healing power of the risen Savior and not man made psyco babble and tricks that I have been set free from porn and bisexuality.
thank you
Greg Bejian
heartofpurityevangelism@gmail.com
518-414-0311

Re: Hits a Nerve, But Misses the Mark

Gregbejian — Thu, 26 Jan 2012 16:21:52 -0000

You have hit the nail on the head with your review. I was a slave to pornography and bisexuality and all while I was married with two children. I had confessed my porn problem to my wife but not my physical adultery with men. She was listening to a radio program that featured Mr. Arteburn and I went to a meeting in Colorado and learned how to bounce my eyes. This didn't last of course and after spending over $2500.00 between seminar fees and airline tickets I had no heart change. I found out about a ministry in Ky called Pure Life Ministries and went there leaving my family for 7months. I found Gods mercy thru Jesus and the preaching of the cross and after almost 7yrs I've been porn free ,remarried as my wife left me after a 22 yr of marriage and Jesus has made all things new. A great read is At The Alter of Sexual Idolotry by Steve Gallagher the founder of Pure Life. I would love to talk with you further as I love your awareness to the need for the preaching of the cross. Would love to

Re: Good News vs. Good Behavior

Don G — Mon, 16 Jan 2012 16:09:42 -0000

This is not just a problem for our youth, but for adults and even poastors. Our pastor said this Sunday, "I usually don't preach these (message was on the H.S.) kinds of sermons, I am usually telling you what to do." No wonder our youth have issues!

Re: Tebow & Jockey

Christopher Cate — Thu, 12 Jan 2012 23:34:31 -0000

I agree with you for the most part. The picture, well, is what it is, and for what it is it's actually modest for an underwear ad--he's showing his back. The exposed back of a man and the back of a woman are extremely different when considering what implications they hold.

Regarding his Christian testimony, Tebow has held himself very well and bears a great image.

http://unapologeticapologist.w...

Re: Tebow & Jockey

Scott M — Thu, 12 Jan 2012 22:43:12 -0000

I don't really have a problem with it. It really doesn't seem sexual to me in any way. More just showing muscle for athletic purposes. This is probably less than you'd see of him than in a locker room interview.

Re: Tebow & Jockey

Shane Vander Hart — Thu, 12 Jan 2012 22:22:26 -0000

No problem, I just wanted the conversation, and I agree it is between him and God. I hope I didn't come across as judgmental that certainly isn't my intent.

Re: Tebow & Jockey

Carole — Thu, 12 Jan 2012 21:49:59 -0000

While I agree with what you say, Ephesians 5:3 says "But among you there must not be even a hint of sexual immorality, or of any kind of impurity, or of greed, because these are improper for God’s holy people." Would you give the same pass to a FEMALE Christian athlete? When Christians are in the public eye the way Tim is, I think we need to be especially careful. Romans 16:19 Everyone has heard about your obedience, so I rejoice because of you; but I want you to be wise about what is good, and innocent about what is evil. Think of all the young people in the recent past who have made this kind of questionable decision. One quick example, Miley Cyrus in a satin sheet while claiming to be a good example of a Christian youth ~ nothing was showing, right? I just wish he would have skipped this one. Not because it is "wrong" but because it is questionable. 1 Peter 2:12 Live such good lives among the pagans that, though they accuse you of doing wrong, they may see your good deeds and glorify God on the day he visits us. Because he is so outspoken about his faith, it would seem it would be important that there be no hint of impropriety.

Re: Tebow & Jockey

Sarahvorm — Thu, 12 Jan 2012 21:35:43 -0000

That didn't come out right. I meant a frontal shot if him in underwear. He's showing off his back.

Re: Tebow & Jockey

Sarahvorm — Thu, 12 Jan 2012 21:29:36 -0000

I looked again. He's wearing shorts over the underwear! Good for him. Not sure why we constantly have to tell people they are in the wrong? God deals with each of us uniquely & to constantly judge every decision. Ugh. Sorry, can you tell I'm constantly scrutinized. It gets old. I live with cameras on my home. How would you like people to judge your every decision? That's between him & God

Re: Tebow & Jockey

Sarahvorm — Thu, 12 Jan 2012 21:25:59 -0000

Most pictures our kids see are seductive or suggestive. This is neither. Looks like a guy sitting on the beach. Honestly doesn't even look like underwear, looks like shorts.

Re: Tebow & Jockey

Shane Vander Hart — Thu, 12 Jan 2012 21:16:57 -0000

*Maybe* if he were flaunting private parts?

Re: Tebow & Jockey

Carole — Thu, 12 Jan 2012 21:15:55 -0000

I agree with Tom for the same reason. My grandma was not a Christian until her late 80's but I grew up with her reminding my grandpa that he was not welcome at the supper table if he didn't put his shirt on.

Re: Tebow & Jockey

Sarahvorm — Thu, 12 Jan 2012 21:12:56 -0000

Is this the only photo? I don't see anything wrong with this. Maybe if he were flaunting private parts it'd be inappropriate. I bet he had to stand his ground to just show that little bit

Re: Tebow & Jockey

Tom Nichols — Thu, 12 Jan 2012 21:02:17 -0000

I think it was a poor decision. I would love to have that kind of physique, and would be tempted to go around showing it off.

But, we would all be upset of some gal who claimed the name of Christ was doing underwear adds, and I don't think this is any different.

Keep your shirt on Tim.

Re: Christian Love Defined

Nick — Fri, 30 Dec 2011 23:06:07 -0000

I've just shared some J.C. Ryle stuff recently over at www.priorityjesus.org myself!

Re: Universalists and Christopher Hitchens

Nicolas — Tue, 20 Dec 2011 13:11:56 -0000

Sorry, I was too rushed, above.
My point about "eternal punishment" and "eternal redemption" is to illustrate that the so called orthodox (Augustine/Calvin tradition) is unsafe, as it creates an inconsistency in its use of the word "eternal".