Transparent Christian Magazine

I Have Trouble With Authority - Jason Elkins

Jason — Thu, 02 Jul 2009 05:36:50 +0000

Typically after about 8 months on the job, if I’m getting too much pressure or suggestions on how to improve, I’ll bail out and find something else to do. Because I’m good at networking and selling, I have been able to easily get the ‘next job’.

Materialistic Poverty and Profound Joy, Lessons from an African Orphanage - Guest Author: Allie Davis

Allie Davis — Thu, 02 Jul 2009 05:36:39 +0000

I ONCE HAD A BOSS WHO WAS VERY ANGRY AND TYPED IN ALL CAPITAL LETTERS. It was annoying. Every email, all caps and no greetings: Just do this, do that, the end. I believe he is angry at life, and in thinking about it, I realize this is an extreme contradiction. If life is a gift and a blessing, if we could lose it at any moment, how can we be mad at it? Or perhaps we should ask why we would be.

Blessed are the Peacemakers - Guest Author, Ken Behr

Ken Behr — Thu, 02 Jul 2009 05:36:29 +0000

When as a church are we going to be defined by not what we are against, but simply as "Sons of God"? Perhaps, it will be when we seek to avoid hostility, and find opportunities to bring tranquility and sanity into what others see as a chaotic and intimidating world.

“Cultural Icons” - C.H.A.M.P.I.O.N.S - Mike Cowart Sr.

Mike Cowart Sr. — Thu, 02 Jul 2009 05:36:14 +0000

However, as the last few hours have revealed, their lives are very much like us common folk. They have both had great suffering. Michael's estate is much less that one would imagine, due to all the lawsuits and legal expenses. Farrah's son will be released from prison long enough to attend her memorial service.

Catching up With Singer Songwriter David Byrd - Jason Elkins

Jason — Thu, 02 Jul 2009 05:35:52 +0000

Transparent: The first time I heard your CD, I was blown away by your voice. When did you first start singing and when did you know you had a gift? David: I think I was born singing! My mom said I used to tie my jump rope to my little red wagon and sing using the handle as the microphone. I would sing to neighbors, the mailman and anyone who would listen!

Video of the Week - KT Tunstall Cover - I Want You Back by the Jackson 5

Jason — Thu, 02 Jul 2009 05:35:27 +0000

A songwriting friend of mine told me that when a song can cross genres and still work, it's truly a sign of a WELL written song. Plus, this performance is amazing!

Prayer Harmony and Other Weird Things I do Sometimes - Jason Elkins

Jason — Wed, 17 Jun 2009 06:39:29 +0000

Strangely enough, I have thought about the two of them a few times a week since that happened, and shot up a couple follow-up prayers of my own. (Haven't been able to forget them is probably a more accurate statement.)

A Question Twice The Size Of My Large Intestine - Guest Author - Chris A. Ames “www.Dewde.com”

Chris Ames - Dewde — Wed, 17 Jun 2009 06:39:14 +0000

Then he shot up unexpectedly, and raised one arm over his head before bringing it down swiftly, pounding his fist into the palm of his open hand while exclaiming loudly, through a triumphant, goofy-looking grin, “I KNEW IT!”

Innovative Ministry Leader - Launches A New Training Platform for Ministry Leaders

Jason — Wed, 17 Jun 2009 06:38:49 +0000

Transparent: Why did you start IML?

IML: We started Innovative Ministry Leader to offer cost effective information to Leaders worldwide. About four years ago we noticed that many leaders across the globe, could not afford to go to conferences and training events, due to high prices and travel costs. We wanted to make a platform that was accessible worldwide, and would connect leaders as one. IML was designed for leaders to gain insight from influential speakers around the world, to help strengthen their ministries.

Video of the Week - Kutiman-Thru-You - 03 - I’m New

Jason — Wed, 17 Jun 2009 06:37:54 +0000

A "Mashup" is the combining of music, video, voice or data to develop something different and useful from the parts. I love "Kutiman's" Mashup Videos. Thanks to Bill Seaver for introducing these to me. I hope you enjoy them as much as I do.

Jason