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I just found this on the Resurgence. Seems like a good caution to go along with what I talked about in engaging the culture yesterday. Enjoy.

http://theresurgence.com/gosepl_of_radiohead

Found this great “perspective” piece on the Desiring God blog. Worth a read.

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Dustin recently gave us some exciting news concerning our search for a facility. Here is the audio in case you missed it.

A few months ago, I wrote a post for the Resurgence that seems appropriate in light of this week’s message. Take a look.
I just realized I have a new spiritual problem.
Truth be told, I have had it for a while, but the light bulb just finally came on in my soul that illuminated what has [...]

I found these helpful resources that will help us further dig into the Word.
Use at will and pass them on.
ESV Bible Reading Plans

Here’s a little article about why we talk about money at church. Thought it might be helpful.
Why we talk about money at church

This week, we saw how Nehemiah’s usefulness to God was directly tied to his soundly ordered priorities.
In light of the message, this blog seemed fitting.
Check it out.
On Priorities: Which Ball Do You Drop?

Here is a past resource that deals with some of the anger issues we discussed this week.

Here are some excellent prayer guides to help you as you pray for Haiti.

Read the full article here.

This morning I showed a helpful clip of a helpful conversation I had this week with Dan about how God has changed his perspective on money over the years. Here is the whole video. The whole thing is only 3 minutes and is definitely worth your time.

Here is the Bible Reading plan that I mentioned in today’s message.
It takes one year and is made up of 300 readings.
Thanks to Tom Ascol for sharing this with his church and the world.
Click HERE to get it.

At the recent AMBITION Boot Camp sponsored by Sojourn Community Church in Louisville, KY, I had the opportunity to sit down with A29 Pastor and Blogger Joe Thorn. In this short conversation, Joe shares part of his own story and in the process gives us some great counsel. Watch and learn. And pass along.

I JUST POSTED THIS AT MY CHURCH PLANTING BLOG:
As most of you now know, it has just been released that Matt Chandler’s pathology report indicated bad news.
From his church website:
“On Tuesday, Dr. Barnett informed Matt and Lauren that the findings of the pathology report revealed a malignant brain tumor that was not encapsulated. The surgery [...]

As I mentioned this morning, this post from Pastor Matt Chandler before his surgery is an AMAZING challenge and blessing.
Check it out.

It is a profound thing to be chosen to suffer.
It is an even more profound thing to be chosen to suffer while the world looks on.
As most of you know, Matt Chandler, Acts 29 Board Member, has been diagnosed with a tumor on the frontal lobe of his brain and is scheduled for surgery [...]

As many of you know, I had the opportunity to capture some profoundly helpful video content at the recent Acts 29 Conference here in Louisville.
Because of the number of videos, they are rolling our episodically at my church planting blog.
The latest is from Missiologist Ed Stetzer.
Click here to go check them out.

If you know anything about North American Missions or Church Planting, then you know about Ed Stetzer. Tune in tomorrow for the first part of my interview with him. It is great, great stuff. Thanks Ed!

Preached on 11.22.09 by Dustin Neeley
Sermon Notes

At the recent Acts 29 AMBITION conference here in Louisville, I had the opportunity to sit down with Matt Chandler, pastor of the Village Church and talk about a number of topics.
In part one of our conversation, we discuss success in church planting, preaching and leadership. As you would expect, Chandler does not disappoint.
Listen, learn, [...]

5:1 Come now, you rich, weep and howl for the miseries that are coming upon you. 2 Your riches have rotted and your garments are moth-eaten. 3 Your gold and silver have corroded, and their corrosion will be evidence against you and will eat your flesh like fire. You have laid up treasure in the [...]

Hey gang,
Just wanted to drop a quick note and say what a joy it is to be your pastor.
I have been reflecting on this a lot lately, especially as I have been able to connect with some other churches. Your desire for and responsiveness to the Word of God and heart for people is such [...]

In light of this week’s message on Elders and Deacons, it seemed appropriate to share some great blog entries that I found in my research this week on “Healthy Pastors” and how congregations can help them remain just that. Read and share with anyone you think it could help.
http://theresurgence.com/series/healthy-pastors

As I mentioned in today’s message, I have posted several helpful documents that deal with the role of women in ministry for you to read and interact with. Should you have any questions, we would welcome you to email them to info@crossinglouisville.com and we will answer them as best we can.

Here is a GREAT resource for you as an individual or for your accountability group to use to help you with a Gospel-Centered view of discipleship and how to use “fight clubs” to kill sin in your own life. It is written by Jonathan Dodson, an Acts 29 pastor I have gotten to know, who [...]

Dads,
Here is a great little free e-book from Pastor Mark Driscoll, President of our Acts 29 Church Planting Network.
It includes biblical and practical insights into being a biblical father that I believe you will find very helpful.

Parents,
As always, when I come across helpful parenting freebies, I want to pass them on to you.
Here is a link to a number of helpful audio sessions and PDFs (by age even!) from a great church called Covenant Life in Gaithersburg, MD.
Enjoy and pass on!

In light of this week’s sermon, I want to share some great recommendations from our friends at Resurgence in the area of apologetics.
I would love to know what you find most helpful.

Parents,

In addition to the great videos I posted earlier in the week, here are some great recommendations for books to help us navigate the all-important world of parenting as well.