Here we go again. Thank you, Lauren, for participating last week. Since I have some new readers, let’s try for more weird stuff. And there’s a lot out there! So dig deep people. Here’s my picture for the week:

I wish that dog could turn around and do the same hairstyle to that lady. Geeez people!

Your turn. Remember, it can be anything weird. Post your link in the box below and then link back to this post. Let’s have fun.

Stephen

I love change, I really do. I’ve never had a problem with it. Until now.

Last year I moved out of my parents house and in with my brother at his new house. I used to always say that I would never move in with my brother but that’s another story. This past year has been a lot of fun and I think we both came to realize that we actually could live under the same roof without killing each other. Well, he just got married last weekend and now I’m living in a new place on the other side of town. For the first time in my life it feels like I’m on my own and I have to admit, I haven’t liked it. I understand this isn’t a huge change but it’s definitely a transition. For now, I’ll just blog about it and hope that it passes soon because I still miss my old place.

Have you been through any recent changes or transitions?

Stephen

I’m going to start something new on Wednesdays and see if it works. Every week I’ll post something weird or crazy. A story, picture, article, or whatever. At the bottom of each post I’ll include Mr. Linky where you can post something on your blog and link back to mine so we can all share a laugh or groan. Sound good? Let’s get some community going on here. And it never hurts to lighten up just a little.

Okay, here’s my first Weird Wednesday post:

This picture was taken by my sister-in-law when she was driving through Aiken, SC. I didn’t believe her until I saw this picture. I’m all for things being “off the chain,” but the name of your restaurant?! At least it sounds fun.

So there you go. See how simple? Now it’s your turn. Fill out Mr. Linky and link back to this page in your post. Have fun.

Stephen

Today is the big day! Everyone is rushing around and nerves are on edge. I think I just saw the bride throw up. Awesome! Wondering how you can get in on the action? I’ll be posting live updates via TwitPic and Twitter so come join me because I’m sure there are going to be some priceless moments. The wedding starts at 6:00 pm (EST) but I’ll get some behind-the-scene actions beforehand.

It’s all at: www.twitter.com/stevolec

Cheers, big ears.

Stephen

My brother, Seth, is getting married this weekend. He’s the first of us brothers to get married and it’s my first time being in a wedding party. Fun stuff.

Just out of curiosity, how many of my blog readers are married? Speak now or forever hold your peas peace.

Stephen

“Viva la Vida” by Coldplay has been stuck in my head all week and I don’t care. I submit that it is one of their best songs and I can’t wait until the rest of the songs come out on June 17.

The other song that has been stuck in my head is the annoying “five dollar foot-loooong” jingle from Subway. This 30 second tune escaped from hell and I can’t escape it’s clever-but-evil catchiness. In other news, my Spicy Italian sub was delicious.

So tell us*, what songs have been stuck in your head this week?

*By us, I mean me and my blog readers. And by readers I mean my mom and dad.

This is Reggie Harris. He’s our college campus director and does a great job at it. He’s really taken our campus ministry to a whole new level at Augusta State University. Lives have been changed thanks to his hard work. I’ve gotten to know Reggie a little better over these past couple of months and it’s been cool. He really makes a point to be intentional and genuinely wants to get to know you. Here’s what I’ve observed about Reggie:

• He’s smart. Like really smart. But it doesn’t prevent him from carrying on a conversation with people like me.
• He works hard.
• He likes to think.
• He analyzes everything.
• He then graphs it out.
• He’s passionate about prayer.
• He prays loud.
• He’s hilarious.
• He reads my blog (and leaves comments).
• He lives on faith.
• He’s committed to seeing the college campus change for Christ.

There are a ton of other things I could list but that’s all I could think of right now. I am glad to be on staff with Reggie. Whether he knows it or not, he challenges me and makes me think, a lot.

That’s my Positive Post and I’m sticking to it. Go to www.brodyharper.com for more posts like this.

stay positive,
Stephen

Cause there’s a power in poverty
That breaks principalities
And brings the authorities down to their knees.
There’s a brewing frustration and ageless temptation
To fight for control by manipulation.

The God of the kingdoms and God of creation and God of the nations
Sent this revelation through the homeless and penniless Jesus the son,
“The poor will inherit the kingdom to come.”

And where will we turn when the world falls apart
And all of the treasures we stored in our barns
Can’t buy the kingdom of God?

And who will we praise when we’ve praised all our lives
Men who build kingdoms and men who build fame
But heaven does not know their names?

And what are we going to fear when all that remains
Is a God on the throne with a child in His arms
And love in His eyes?

-Jason Upton, “The World Is Wide Open”

umm…wow.
Stephen

So I just saw Prince Caspian and thought I would throw in my two cents.

First of all, it’s a pretty good movie. You should go see it.

Second, the reason I love the Narnia movies is because of the spiritual parallels. There are a lot of them and maybe some are obvious but they still inspire me. One of my favorites is when Aslan asks Lucy why she didn’t follow him when the others didn’t believe her because they didn’t see. She apologizes and then asks why he didn’t reveal himself and come roaring in to save them like last time. He replies that he often doesn’t do the same thing twice.

How many times do we have an awesome experience with God and then expect Him to do the exact same thing the next time? And when He doesn’t show up, we begin to doubt ourselves and wonder if He’s even still there. 

I want to follow Him in the amazingly awesome times and when it seems like He’s hiding himself. Sometimes we just need to pursue Him a little harder. We need to run after Him when no one else is.

Let the chase begin.

Stephen

God-fearing…
Pastor.
Father.
Grandfather.
Great-grandfather.
Brother.
Uncle.

He leaves an amazing legacy; one that I hope to pass on.
To read more about him, click here.

I will miss you, Papa.

Stephen