Category: Video Spotlight

Video Spotlight | “Laying Cinder Blocks like a Pro”

A couple of months ago I came across this video. It is what it says. It’s four minutes of a man you can not see laying blocks in a smooth and steady rhythm. I have watched it several times because there is a beauty in it I can’t describe. There is just something about watching an individual who has honed and perfected a trade or craft.

This is what I have asked myself as I have watched this video, “Am I as good at anything as this block layer is at laying block?”

I would have to say no. But, I would like to be. Striving for perfection may never yield the desired result. In the journey what we find is the refinement of skill and satisfaction. We all have to ask ourselves why we do what we do. Is to “get ahead” or make more money? Or, could the simple act becoming “good” at something bring its own spiritual reward? I’m not sure, but I would like to find out. Enjoy!

You can follow the link to the video. Laying cinder blocks like a pro..

Video Spotlight | “Remind Me Who I Am” by Jason Gray

The love and grace of God is the unifying reality of our faith.

This past weekend I was reminded of God’s grace and love. There are many ways that we can be divided, but there is only one way that we can stand together. The love and grace of God is the unifying reality of our faith.

I think of that moment in “The Lion King” when Simba is struggling to make sense of what has happening in his life. Rafiki shows up and invites him to look harder into the water, into himself. Mufasa, the late and great king, emerges from the clouds and reminds Simba of who he is. He is Mufasa’s son and the rightful king. We may not all have visions sparked by mystical, ninja baboons, but we must learn the heed the words of Mufasa, King of the Pridelands for ourselves:

“Remember who you are!“

May this help you remember today.
Jason Gray - Remind Me Who I Am (Official Music Video)

Video Spotlight | “Who You Are” by Unspoken

I came across this video yesterday morning. Just wanted to share it. Listen to it a couple of times. I have! I find the combination of lyric and melody to be soothing and it ministers to my soul with some powerful reminders. Let me know what you think!

Unspoken - Who You Are (Acoustic Performance)

Video Spotlight | “Stop This Train” by John Mayer

This is actually a cover of John Mayer’s song. But there is a phrase in the song that struck me. Here it is:

So scared of getting older
I’m only good at being young

How true is this? Enjoy the song. Think about how you are preparing for the rest of your life, especially getting older.

The “outtakes” at the end prove the point!!

Stop This Train - John Mayer (Tori Kelly & Passion Cover)

Video Spotlight | The Legacy Of One of God’s Faithful Servants

I came across the story, testimony and life of Aaron Aden Anderson. He was a young man who strove to share the truth of the Gospel and the hope of salvation in Jesus. He did this through personal evangelism and by making Youtube videos. He died tragically from injuries suffered in a car accident in January. He was 20 years old.

My question is this:

How long will we wait to
begin establishing our legacy?

For Aaron it was 13!

Aaron Aden Anderson

Video Spotlight | The Power of Affirmation

Over the last year I have enjoyed watching X-Factor (in its various iterations) and American Idol on YouTube. It is an interesting process watching the various stages of the process. I think that the best part of the show is always the first audition. The story of why the person is there is reveals with a lot of flare and fanfare.

Now, I am not under any illusions about how the producers of shows weave the story lines together to pull at the heart strings. I get it. They are trying to get ratings and maybe sell a few things through advertisement. But, in spite of all of this you can never erase genuine emotion. This is especially true of the young men and women who are just looking for someone (other than their parents) to validate what they may fear is nothing at all. There is something powerful about being affirmed. To be reminded that you are special can change your life.

Ronan Parke - Britain's Got Talent 2011 Audition - itv.com/talent - UK Version

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