We Need You

What are we doing? I mean, what are we REALLY doing to impact the world around us? Chances are, unless we live in a cave of apathy and indifference (as many do), we are making a difference. But what kind of difference are we making? Is it an intentional difference? Do we have a presence about us that is measurable by our absence? For good, or ill?

Life matters. People matter. Your neighbors, friends, coworkers, and enemies. Those you like and dislike. Those with whom you do and do not agree. 

The truth is, we need you.

The world needs the selfish, entitled, pansy, lazy, overly sensitive, easily offended wonderful, productive, engaging, understanding, and actually tolerant and compassionate you that is far too easily hidden, marginalized, and/or forgotten. 

Step up. Do something. C'mon already! We need you! What will you do that world needs? Let us know below.

Pressing Mat

[vimeo http://www.vimeo.com/62283018 w=500&h=281] Mat's early years were marked by obesity and abuse. This led him to embrace alcoholism and drug addiction during his formative years. Hear him discuss hitting bottom, and battling back from the brink.

Motley

[vimeo http://www.vimeo.com/61459541 w=500&h=281] My latest short film is about Brandon. He is a family man, pest control technician, champion mixed martial artist, and Jesus. See what he has to say about fighting, faith, and pursuing your dream.

Memphis Lights

I'm pretty excited about finally being able to share the new short film with you guys. After hours and hours of work here it is.... [youtube http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ljLuja369Gw&w=560&h=315]

Poverty and homelessness are prominent in parts of Memphis, TN. This is the story of one church's effort to share a light in the darkness.

GO12: The Most Important

In this final trailer for the GO12: Santo Domingo documentary, Daniel Andrews captures an entire week of outreach in just under five minutes--helping us all to realize how the most important thing really is giving your time, energy, and heart to helping others realize the beautiful love of Christ. [youtube http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zacBWhieLo4&w=560&h=315]

GO12: Trailer - Leaving

Daniel and I have been working on a short film documenting our recent trip to Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic for over a month, and it is almost finished.  We recently screened the nearly completed version with a few people who went on the trip and it was met with a warm reception.  We are excited about getting it out there for more people to see. Written by Grant Jones one late night in Santo Domingo, this trailer captures the heart of what the film is about, leaving.  I hope you enjoy the trailer.

[youtube http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CBk-2FN4evY&w=560&h=315]

GO12: Waterfight

Since returning home nearly a month ago Daniel and I have been hard at work editing the footage we filmed from the trip.  We're hoping to roll out a fully produced documentary within the next couple of months, but in the meantime, here is a small teaser. [youtube http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nSntqG0Y6Is&w=853&h=480]

To read more about GO12 see one of these stories. Challenges Going Learning Jordan Hearing Doing Grant Dakota Home

GodStuff: Identity

Check out this episode of GodStuff where co-host Daniel Andrews and I talk about discovering your identity as a child of God. http://www.ustream.tv/embed/recorded/21923033

I am a Christian because . . .

3,679 people were asked to complete the statement, "I am a Christian because . . . " this is a collection of some of their responses. [youtube http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9DbOf-GDaaw]

Winter Retreat: Wrap Up - Moses or Joshua

[youtube http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Erm6FstXy2A] This is a short recap of our Sunday morning "Wrap Up" session from Winter Retreat 2012.

After you've finished watching, go read the first chapter of the Book of Joshua for more insight.  Let God transform you into the kind of leader He has always meant for you to be.