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Hale-Yeah! — Thu, 12 Jun 2008 10:33:23 -0000

sorry God. I know we were supposed to of already left.

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D Rho — Tue, 10 Jun 2008 17:51:52 -0000

I would probably (like His own disciples of His day) say something I thought was really smart, but in the end made me look really dumb:

In my most "know-it-all" voice I'd say two things:

1. We're doing great in the areas of business management, skill performance, and commercial success.

2. We're doing terrible in the area of interpersonal health, public relations, and social justice.

Then Jesus would make me feel foolish by asking me:

"You're right. That is an accurate description of yourself."

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AuntieB — Tue, 10 Jun 2008 12:42:37 -0000

PeterG just about summed mine up, but he missed it by 50 years.

We're rather stuck in 1945-55. We've totally missed the boat - as far as most of the adult congregation is concerned. The kids are "getting it" - and they're only about 5 years behind.

We're trying, but it's like trying to cram a camel through the eye of a needle.

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TLC — Tue, 10 Jun 2008 03:39:19 -0000

hmm I would say that we are learning how to love people, and there are many areas that our church focuses on well. But, and this is different for the youth ministry, which is more progressive, but our Senior Pastor is older, set in his ways and really harping on things that to me don't belong in the pulpit. I know, it is an opinion thing, and we aren't leaving over it, I am way too involved in youth ministry. But our music is good, if sometimes a little more TBN than I'd like. But our youth worship is David Crowder Band all the way. Love that.

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Tim — Mon, 09 Jun 2008 23:51:29 -0000

Oh man. I just left a church so I don't "have" one. I played on the worship team as a guest at one this week though and it was fantabulous. I'd say all in all, His Bride looks pretty hot when she's reflecting His glory. There's a couple of bros and sisters out there that have a scar or two, but I'm pretty sure he finds them adorable. I on the otherhand would love to help em with some "plastic" surgery every now and then.

Tim

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Kristy — Mon, 09 Jun 2008 20:58:34 -0000

I go to that little church around the corner from Buckhead. I think we're working hard at making a place Jesus would want to walk in to. I wrote about our church this week. Please check it out, kristyblack.wordpress.com

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Tim — Mon, 09 Jun 2008 13:16:14 -0000

I would have to say...for the first time since we started attending a year ago that our church is under spiritual attack...both the church as a whole and the church as His people. For the first time this weekend I questioned if this was where God wanted me to be, because a division is close. My heart is broken thru this.Keep us in your prayers.

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dionicio — Mon, 09 Jun 2008 12:43:18 -0000

I would say, we have an awesome Pastor that is truly lead by you and your holy spirit, thank you for calling him into the ministry. Is there any way you can swing by service tonight and teach, I'm sure our Pastor would have no problem.

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Travis — Mon, 09 Jun 2008 12:15:33 -0000

Well, Jesus, a you know we haven't actually had "church" yet. But things are great. Oour team is already finding ways to help eople in our community. We're already seeing peoples lives changed. Annd everyone is wants to help! All this and we haven't even had our first service yet! You've been blessing us a lot lately with peopple to support us through prayer and finances. Thanks a ton! I can't wait to actually hold our first public service. It'd be great if you could show up.

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Josiah — Mon, 09 Jun 2008 12:01:01 -0000

Umm Pretty good but there is some leadership issues that I really don't understand. Is he right or is he right? Do you lead like this or like that? Please help with some of this confusion

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deWeb — Mon, 09 Jun 2008 11:35:33 -0000

i'd take out my headphones and tell him that kristian stanfill was just saying some great things about him.

then i'd say, "we're trying to stretch everybody and transform this to a place where people who don't know you can meet you."

then i'd say, "nothing is greater, brilliant creator, friend of mine."

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Rachel — Mon, 09 Jun 2008 11:30:24 -0000

I'd say something like:

Well, Jesus...we try so hard to get it right sometimes that we end up getting it wrong. Sometimes we're thriving and active in Your Kingdom. Sometimes we're aloof and distracted. We're human, as You know. You planned on that one, so I'm sure none of this is a surprise to You. We're working out our trust in You and learning how to do life together. We're grateful that You offer a lot of grace and mercy...You know more than us how much we need it.

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Peter G — Mon, 09 Jun 2008 10:52:12 -0000

I would tell him we are doing great, if only we were in the context of 1990! Then I would say sorry for being so sarcastic!

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Kyle Reese — Mon, 09 Jun 2008 09:55:14 -0000

I would say tell him, "Hey Jesus, we're doing this plant like the two-thirds of you told us to. It's going slow, but it's going. It'd be great if you'd come speak at one of our start-up team meetings. I think you could really inspire our team, and give them that second wind. What do you think?"

Then I'd ask him to throw a football with me.

www.vagabondrunn.wordpress.com

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Marcelo — Mon, 09 Jun 2008 09:32:03 -0000

"Wassup, JC! Hey man... I mean... God, come check it out this Sunday... would you like to preach a series for us?" :0)

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Dan — Mon, 09 Jun 2008 09:18:00 -0000

I'd tell him I sometimes worry we put on a good show and that we certainly know how to draw a crowd, but that we aren't as focused on making disciples as we should be.

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Dale Schaeffer — Mon, 09 Jun 2008 08:13:51 -0000

Jesus...is that really you man? Cause seriously...I thought you'd be taller...and way prettier.

(seriously now)

I'd tell him that I'm blown away by the changes that he's been making in me through the church. I'd tell him that the church is the most alive and vibrant that it has ever been. And I'd tell him how greatful I am to be a part of what he's doing!

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Derek Sweatman — Mon, 09 Jun 2008 07:11:26 -0000

your grace is sufficient.

DEREK

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James — Mon, 09 Jun 2008 03:58:38 -0000

Seriously? Jesus? Hello?

Have you not been paying attention?

We talk about this all the time, man.

Dang Jesus, sometimes you are so focused that you, like, ask the weirdest questions.

Seriously, you have got to stop playing!

Really though,
It's tough right now, we've got heavy stuff to carry and we can't do it as good as you could. Like where in all my pastor training did it teach me how to deal with this kind of stuff. I could really use your help right now Jesus.

No playing...

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CaroleTurner — Sun, 08 Jun 2008 23:24:34 -0000

First off I would know He would be asking to see how I would respond. Would I go negative and start griping to Him or would I find the things to tell Him that were indeed good and reflected Him.

Where I go to church I see a body trying their best to serve God and reach people for Jesus. I see a church that could justifiable take all the money given to build a facility to house the 5000 plus people that attend.Especially since we have long since been able to accomidate all the people. A building project that has been in the process for over 4 years but instead of just doing that, this body starts an inner city Dream Center in a 50 yr old building. Instead they start a campus in Mozambique Africa and Swaziland Africa. I see a body of believers that are led to believe it's not all about them, it's about others, it's about serving, reaching, building and giving to others so that they come to know Christ.

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Jen — Sun, 08 Jun 2008 23:12:49 -0000

I'd say, "I'm starting to think we're sacrificing authenticity for coolness. Having non-Christian hipsters on stage participating in 'worship' is starting to make me feel lied to. Aren't there enough Christian hipsters out there to do the job?"

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jaysten — Sun, 08 Jun 2008 22:51:06 -0000

"I would try and explain it to you right now Jesus, but to avoid any chance that I would exaggerate anything to make everything seem all right, thus giving you the opportunity to point out my foolishness I won't. We just want to follow you and we're trying really really hard to do that, so while I got you right here, why don't you just tell me where to step next."

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Crystal Renaud — Sun, 08 Jun 2008 21:59:05 -0000

this is a depressing question.

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Los — Sun, 08 Jun 2008 21:52:55 -0000

But when was the last time we stopped asking God things He already knew?

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stephanie — Sun, 08 Jun 2008 21:50:23 -0000

We need more of you and less of us.