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John

What does heaven sound like?

About Me

I am a proud father and a husband who is married to the beautiful woman of his dreams. These days I am learning how to simply be a son to my Father in heaven. I am learning to become secure in who He says I am so that I can more fully love Him for who He is and others for who they are. My life's vision statement is simple: When I see Him face to face, I want to hear Him say this to me: "You are my son, you were man's servant and you were the devil's master. Enter into your reward."I am a pastor to young people and old people in a country church. I am growing to love and enjoy them and hope that they can come to know just how much God enjoys them and desires them.
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My Interests

Right now I am exploring a new virtual instrument called "Atmosphere". It is a virtual synthesizer and it makes rich, ethereal sounds. Other than that...inspiring conversation, getting to know God, eating, 70 degree days, traveling to new places, campfires, sleepovers, basketball, tennis, grande chai blended cream frappachinos, learning, giving out spiritual gifts.Tribe!!

I'd like to meet:

The Trinity, my son Caleb (lost in miscarriage), my uncle David, Evan Roberts, Lou Engle, Bob Jones (not the radical right wing-fundamentalist... a different one), John Wimber, Jesus as a child (can you imagine?), John G Lake, anyone that loves a good conversation over Starbucks, Akiane Kramarik.

Music:

Right now...Captivated by the writing of Jeana Berglund (Master). http://www.myspace.com/jeanamaster Her song, "Not for Me" is raw soul. Truly gifted musicians have the ability to sing more with their heart than with their vocal chords. Jeana does this fluidly.Jason Upton, "Dear John" from the new release "Beautiful People". Jason is another writer that consistently writes from a place of depth. He has learned to sing with his spirit, which makes his music soar.Also intrigued by Dapp Theory's creativity. Its like Jazz/Rap/R&Bish poetry.Finally, listening to my man Joe, who is working on a project called "From Gutter to Glory" He has a depth to the lyrics of his rhymes that excites me.

Movies:

Last movie I watched... "Enemy at the Gates". Two thumbs up! Jude Law and Ed Harris. Tremendous atmosphere. Based on the true story of the battle of Stalingrad where the Russians overpowered the Germans. Spy vs spy conflict focus between Harris and Law. If you love history, this is a must see!

Books:

I devour any kind of book that equips me in knowing how to interact more profoundly with God. I am learning alot from Bill Johnson and John Paul Jackson's writings/teachings right now.

Heroes:

!!!Stand for HIM he Stood for you!!!!

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Spirit Gifts

Spirit Gifts Do you like Christmas?  Do you ever wish you could be Santa Claus for a day, secretly tossing gifts to people that make their day?  How 'bout this... What if you could be a sort...
Posted by John on Sun, 18 Mar 2007 09:51:00 PST

Tribe Missions Week!

Tribe Missions Week! This week at Tribe we are having a missionary from Colombia come and speak to us about her adventure with God through her life.  Check it out, 6:30 PM as always! PS.  Re...
Posted by John on Thu, 08 Mar 2007 02:07:00 PST

Glimpse into 24/7 Prayer

24/7 Prayer Glimpse What does it sound and look like when hundreds of teens and twenties pray and worship 24 hours a day... for over 7 years now? Catch a glimpse Tuesday and Wednes...
Posted by John on Tue, 06 Mar 2007 08:41:00 PST

Erica and Macho are Engaged!!!

After a long day today, I was thrilled to hear that two of my very special friends are now engaged to be married!  Erica Rivera and Macho Lara!!!!  YAY!!  Check out their big moment bel...
Posted by John on Wed, 28 Feb 2007 08:34:00 PST

The Stirring

The Stirring For the past few weeks, God has been compelling me to introduce new concepts of what prayer is and who God is to my youth group (called Tribe).  Last night I told them that in 50 or ...
Posted by John on Mon, 12 Feb 2007 09:43:00 PST

What is Prayer?

What is Prayer?     "Prayer is an act of spiritual defiance against the things that are in the name of the things that could be." -Walter Wink...
Posted by John on Mon, 12 Feb 2007 09:18:00 PST

What Do You Burn For?

What do you Burn For? As Joan of Arc was being martyred by burning coals at a stake she said this,   "Every man gives his life for what he believes.  And every woman gives her life for wha...
Posted by John on Mon, 12 Feb 2007 09:01:00 PST

Drunk?

Drunk? Did you know the Bible compares being drunk with being filled with the Holy Spirit?  Do you know why? Come to the Tribe School of the Spirit on Sunday mornings @ 9:30 AM during t...
Posted by John on Sat, 06 Jan 2007 03:44:00 PST

Wake me Up!

Wake me Up! A few nights ago I had one of the most awe-inspiring and mysterious dreams I have had in a several years.  I woke up out of bed at 5:40 AM and began journaling the dream as fast as I ...
Posted by John on Tue, 19 Dec 2006 02:30:00 PST

Tribe Outing: The Nativity Story

Hey Tribe! We are going to make a last minute outing this week to go see the Nativity Story in DuBois.  Below are the details, check with your parents to make sure you can come.  Then write ...
Posted by John on Mon, 04 Dec 2006 01:43:00 PST